Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination
Welcome to the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination website for Professional Counseling Program for students at 91AV;M University Kingsville
Welcome to your comprehensive resource for 91AV;M University Kingsville comprehensive examination process! We understand that preparing for and taking your comprehensive exam can feel overwhelming, which is why we've created this detailed guide to support you every step of the way.
We've compiled answers to frequently asked questions and included tips from successful past examinees to help make your journey smoother. While we've aimed to make this guide as comprehensive as possible, we recognize that you may have unique questions or circumstances not covered here.
If you need additional clarification or support after reviewing these resources, please don't hesitate to contact our CPCE Coordinator, Dr. Fitzgerald, at Evelyne.fitzgerald@tamuk.edu. We're committed to helping you succeed in this important step of your professional journey.
REQUIREMENTS FOR TESTING AND THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Applying for the CPCE is a multi-step process.
Students takes all of the courses in the required content areas (see About the CPCE Exam → Content Areas below).
- Advisor approves student to register for the exam.
- Student registers with CCE (CBT in-person version on OnVUE online version)
- Student receives e-mail from CCE with candidate ID number and instructions for registering with PearsonVue
- Student registers with PearsonVue and schedules exam at off-campus PearsonVue testing center of their choice or online via OnVUE*
- Student arrives at testing location (CBT version) or logs in from home (OnVUE version) on the day of the test with required identification (your identification must match the name you registered with for the exam)
FEES AND RESCHEDULE POLICY
- The total exam fee is $150.
If a student needs to cancel or reschedule the CPCE exam for any reason, the fee paid to CCE/PearsonVUE may be applied to a rescheduled exam within a 6-month window. After that 6-month window, the examinee will have to pay CCE/PearsonVUE for a new CPCE administration.
If a student takes a CPCE exam and does not pass, the student will have to pay for subsequent exam(s).
ACCOMMODATIONS
We want to ensure every student has the opportunity to perform their best on the comprehensive exam. If you qualify for accommodations, we strongly encourage you to use them - they're an important resource designed to support your success!
If you are taking an examination for national certification and need a special examination accommodation, you will have the opportunity to request it when you submit your application. Once you have submitted your application, please provide the relevant documentation to the accommodations coordinator.
All requests for special examination accommodations are reviewed individually and are subject to approval.
Important Steps for Scheduling with Accommodations:
- Choose the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) option, as accommodations cannot be applied to online testing
- Call to schedule your exam (rather than booking online) to ensure your testing location can fully support your specific accommodations
- Have your payment information ready when you call
To find the current scheduling phone number, please visit the Student FAQ section of the CCE website.
PASS SCORE
Passing score for the exam is 70/136
EXAM SUCCESS
Dr. Fitzgerald will send you a congratulations email with a form to fill out.
Students should check their degree audit to ensure the pass has been recorded. The pass must be indicated on the degree audit before a student applies for graduation. The form must be submitted at least 60 days prior to graduation.
EXAM-RECOVERY
You have 3 attempts to pass the CPCE.
Contact Pearson to reschedule the exam.
Payment of $150.00 is required each time you take the exam.
ABOUT THE CPCE
Format
The CPCE consists of 160 total items with 20 items per CACREP area. Of the 20 items per section, 17 will be scored, with the remaining 3 serving as pretest items. The purpose of imbedded pre-test items is to generate actual score performance data on items for future use or deletion. This allows CCE to select items for future test construction that have the most desirable psychometric attributes. Scores for each section and a total score will be reported to institutions for each student. The CCE will provide statistics on the program's students as well as national data. Students will have 3 hours and 45 minutes to complete the exam.
CPCE Content Areas
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- Human Growth and Development-EDCG 5339
- Social and cultural diversity EDCG 5347
- Helping Relationships-EDCG 5311 & EDCG 5312
- Group Work- EDCG 5323
- Career Development-EDCG 5355
- Assessment-EDCG 5324
- Research and program evaluation-EDCG 5329
- Professional orientation and ethical practice EDCG 5310 & EDCG 5315
STUDY RESOURCES
CPCE Textbook List-