National Certification for Educational Diagnosticians

The premier national credential for special education assessment professionals who hold high standards of practice

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Certification Requirements

Why 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

Director Nominations

Mar 8, 2023

Become a NCED Director! If you are Interested in serving as a Director on the NCED Board now is the time to send in your application. We will be accepting applications until April 29, 2023. The requirements to serve on the Board are as follows: (1) Hold the NCED...

Happy Educational Diagnostician’s week!

Mar 6, 2023

In Texas this week we celebrate Educational Diagnostician's Week. Our appreciation to educational diagnosticians for their service extends beyond the Texas borders. May you all have a wonderful week and take time to reflect on the impact you have had on the students...

Examination Tickets

Mar 1, 2023

All examination entrance tickets for the Morristown, NJ and the Irving, TX administrations have been emailed. Please check the email account you used to register for the exam for your entrance ticket. If you have any questions please contact Dr. Cole at...