The most comprehensive and up-to-date strategies, practice, and review for the CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test).Nearly 100,000 California and Oregon teachers take the CBEST certification each year in order to receive teaching certification at the elementary or secondary level. The CBEST is designed to test basic reading, math, and writing skills critical to the job of an educator.Kaplan CBESTis the most up-to-date guide on the market, and offers aspiring teachers a complete guide to preparing for the test, including: In-depth content review Three full-length practice tests A diagnostic test to build a personalized study plan Detailed answer explanations for every answer Dozens of practice questions In-depth content review for Reading, Math, and Writing topics Concise section summaries for quick review Kaplan's proven test-taking strategiesThe CBEST is administered in February, April, June, October, and December in both paper and computer formats.