About Series FLEX

The National Evaluation Series™ FLEX is an assessment option for candidates who have previously taken but not yet passed a National Evaluation Series™ test and whose score was very close to the passing score.

The Series FLEX assessment option is currently available for the following fields:

• Early Childhood Education (206)

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a Series FLEX assessment, you must meet the following requirements:

1. You took and did not pass one of the Series subject-matter tests noted above and meet the criteria indicated on the corresponding Series FLEX assessment page.
2. Your score on that test is within one standard error of measurement to the passing score. The score required to be eligible for a specific Series FLEX assessment is noted on each Series FLEX assessment page.

If you meet these eligibility criteria, then a Series FLEX assessment will automatically be an available option when you register for a test. There is no separate action that you are required to take. If you do not meet these eligibility criteria, then you will not be able to register for Series FLEX.

Series FLEX Assessment Overview

Candidates will follow the directions in the Series FLEX Handbook and the assessment-specific template to provide an analysis of a National Evaluation Series™ test objective to demonstrate the depth of their subject matter knowledge. Most candidates will provide a written submission to demonstrate their subject matter knowledge.

After registering for Series FLEX, candidates will gain access to Pearson's ePortfolio system, where they will upload and submit their work. Candidates who pass Series FLEX will meet the subject matter test requirement for the teacher literacy preparation assessment in Illinois; however, they may still need to take and pass additional subject matter tests as required for their licensure area.

To learn more about a specific Series FLEX assessment and to access the assessment materials, please visit the Series FLEX assessment page.