Mathematics Instruction Authorization Examination


The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) has decided to suspend administration of the MIAE until Commission-approved programs for the Mathematics Instruction Added Authorization are available to teacher candidates. For further information on the MIAE policies, refer to "Contact Information" to submit your question to the CTC by e-mail.

Registration and Testing Information

The state of California recently introduced a new authorization that a credentialed teacher may add called the Mathematics Instructional Added Authorization (MIAA). This authorization is obtained by completing an approved MIAA preparation program. The MIAA does not allow an individual to earn an initial teaching credential. Prior to admittance to an MIAA preparation program, the level of a candidate's mathematics content knowledge must be verified. Passage of the new Mathematics Instruction Authorization Examination (MIAE) is one option that approved MIAA programs may use to verify the candidate's level of mathematics content knowledge. The MIAE has two test options. The MIAE Pre-Algebra assesses content knowledge for the MIAA program that leads to a K–pre-Algebra authorization. The MIAE Algebra I assesses content knowledge for the MIAA program that leads to a K–Algebra I authorization.

The MIAE will be offered as a computer-based test (CBT) only. The examination will be offered by appointment, year-round, at Pearson Professional Centers (PPCs) nationwide. Scheduling is subject to seat availability at PPCs. Test appointments are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. A standard calculator will be included in the test.


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