National Certification for Educational Diagnosticians
The premier national credential for special education assessment professionals who hold high standards of practice Register for ExamCertification RequirementsWhy NCED?
- Enhances professional credibility and visibility
- Represents highly qualified status as an assessment professional
- Permits use of “NCED” after name in reports and correspondence
- Allows inclusion and recognition in the online NCED Registry
- Provides a vehicle for potential salary supplement in the future (per state/district regulations)
- Assures parents/school officials of rigorous standards for practice
- Offers structured opportunities for ongoing professional development
- Connects the practitioner with current trends/issues in the field of assessment
News & Information
Welcome to Our New Website
We are so glad you are visiting our new website! Take a look around and enjoy our updated end user experience.
Retired Status Available
If you are a current Certificate Holder and have retired, you have the option to apply for Retired Status. Obtain information, then download and complete the application form. You may scan and email it to the NCED Chair or send it via regular mail.
NCED Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is available to provide you with additional information and personal support. Contact information for each NCED Director is provided at the bottom of the home page. More detailed Board of Directors information can be found on the “About” tab.
Examination Test Sites
7/19/2021 : Morristown, New Jersey
Morristown Public Library
30 East Hanover Avenue
Whippany, New Jersey
6/12/2021: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Holiday Inn Express
10989 Siegen Holiday Circle
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
8/14/2021 : Dallas Area, Texas
Location TBA
10/5/2021: Baton Rouge, LA (LA-ED/CEDS Conference)
Embassy Suites
4914 Constitution Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
12/4/2021: Waco, Texas (TEDA Conference)
Hilton Waco
113 S. University Parks Dr.
Waco, TX 76701
*please check back regularly. Due to concerns regarding recent global events some exam dates have been rescheduled.
Contact Us
DeAnn Barnwell
Certificate Status Chair
Michelle Lynn
Professional Growth