Timelines
These timelines are only suggestions; however, the following information should help candidates plan out their certification journey.
Things to Remember: It’s YOUR choice
- You can complete the process in 1, 2, or 3 years
- You do not have to go in 1, 2, 3, 4 order of the Components
- Component 1 – 40%, Component 2 – 15%, Component 3 -30%, Component 4 -15%
- Because Component 1, the assessment, is worth 40% of your score, the WCTP suggests always taking it last and use the time throughout the year(s) to prepare for the assessment. Because the assessment covers a variety of material and age ranges, it is not something that candidates can successfully cram for and succeed. Study for your assessment throughout the year.
National Board Process Timelines
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This document will help you decide how many years and what you are going to do each year.
Summer & Fall Timeline
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If you start National Boards in the Summer or Fall semester, this timeline will help you plan and understand what you need to do.
Winter & Spring Timeline
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Whether you started in the fall or whether you started in January, this timeline will help you plan and understand what you need to do.
