Passing Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA)
if applicable to your teaching endorsement

NOTE: Refer to the information below from page 1 of
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/newvdoe/prof_teacher_assessment.pdf as of April 2008

VIRGINIA COMMUNICATION AND LITERACY ASSESSMENT (effective January 1, 2006)

The Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment became effective January 1, 2006, for initial licensure* unless an individual meets the exemption criteria.

Refer to the following Web site for more information about the test content, test dates, costs, accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and registration: www.va.nesinc.com.

On March 22, 2006, the Board of Education approved cut scores for the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA). The cut scores for the VCLA are as follows:

Writing Sub Test: 235
Reading Sub Test: 235
Composite Score: 470

* VDOE may issue a provisional license with passing VCLA exam cited as initial licensure