Texas Professional Educational Diagnosticians Application and Exam

To become registered, an Educational Diagnostician must submit an application to the Board of Registry and demonstrate professional competencies through a formal examination.

The deadline for submission of an application to take the exam is January 15 of each year.

For an application packet, contact Debra Hawkins.


View the Requirements for Registration (PDF file) by clicking on the icon.

The next formal examinations will be given in Arlington at the Arlington Convention Center.

FAQs

What is the difference between the EXCET and the Board of Registry exam?

The EXCET tests what you've learned in school and establishes minimum competency. The Registry exam tests the application and practice of what has been learned. It is a level of excellence above that of the EXCET.

How hard is the exam?

The exam is fair and thorough. It draws on experience and its scope includes all areas.

Why is there a requirement to have two years of experience as a diagnostician?

1. Knowledge of disabilities, state law and federal regulations pertaining to special education
2. Understanding learning environments
3. Administering evaluations and interpreting evaluation information
4. Interpreting evaluation information and effects of disabilities on learning and development
5. Understanding curriculum and instruction for learners with special needs
6. Using evaluation information to make recommendations for development of IEP's
7. Knowledge of human growth and development and identification of processing deficits and learning styles
8. Knowledge of learning theory
9. Knowledge of behavior intervention and classroom management techniques
10. Communication and collaboration skills with students, parents, teachers and other professionals
11. Ability to analyze a case study
    
    

Why be registered?

1. For recognition of professional distinction (looks good on your resume, too)
2. To gain opportunity for professional growth
3. For enhanced credibility and visibility
4. For personal professional fulfillment
5. To be at the leading edge of our profession