Foreign Language Exam and Questionnaire
Frequently Asked Questions
NCCAOM Foreign Language Examinations
And
Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire
The NCCAOM has compiled answers for commonly asked questions about the foreign language examinations and Stakeholder Questionnaire participation. Please take a few minutes to review these questions and answers and if you have any further questions, please contact the NCCAOM offices.
1. Why is the NCCAOM distributing the Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire?
2. If I complete the Foreign Language Exam Questionnaire will it help my eligibility for NCCAOM certification?
3. Do States recognize the NCCAOM Foreign Language Exams for obtaining a license to practice?
4. How can I complete the NCCAOM Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire?
5. What about those who want to take the test in Chinese or Korean?
1. Why is the NCCAOM distributing the Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire?
Answer: The number of candidates taking the NCCAOM exams in Chinese and Korean continues to drop each year. It is becoming difficult to defend the psychometric validity of the exams.
2. If I complete the Foreign Language Exam Questionnaire will it help my eligibility for NCCAOM certification?
Answer: The distribution of the questionnaire is totally separate and independent from the NCCAOM application process. All individuals educated outside the United States must apply for NCCAOM certification using Route 2: Formal Education, International Applicants or through the Apprenticeship Route. Asking an individual to complete the Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire does not mean the individual is eligible for NCCAOM exams
3. Do States recognize the NCCAOM Foreign Language Exams for obtaining a license to practice?
Answer: Many states do not recognize the NCCAOM foreign language exams for issuance of a license to practice unless the individual also passes an English competency exam such as the TOFL exam. Some states require that exams be taken in English for licensure.
4. What about those who want to take the test in Chinese or Korean?
Answer: The Foreign Language examinations will be administered during the following two exam administration periods in 2012:
- August 13 – 25, 2012
- October 29 – November 10, 2012
5. How can I complete the NCCAOM Foreign Language Exam Stakeholder Questionnaire?
Answer: Listed below are links to the questionnaire in English, Chinese and Korean. Print the questionnaire and either fax 904-598-5001, Email: info @ thenccaom.org or mail the completed form to:
NCCAOM
76 South Laura Street, Suite 1290
Jacksonville, FL 32202
You may also call the NCCAOM Customer Service Representative at 904-598-1005 and complete the questionnaire verbally over the phone.
Return the questionnaire to NCCAOM no later than August 15, 2011. We welcome your suggestions and comments. Thank you again for your assistance with this important project.
English Foreign Language Questionnaire
Chinese Foreign Language Questionnaire
Korean Foreign Language Questionnaire