National Certification for Educational Diagnosticians
The premier national credential for special education assessment professionals who hold high standards of practice
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
Free Professional Development
Beyond the Score Webinar Offerings (2024) Recognizing the Warning Signs: Indicators for At-Risk Students With the increasing issues of violence in the schools, this session will highlight important indicators that can be used by school personnel to provide...
Board Of Directors Nominations
Now is the time to apply for a position on the NCED Board!! We will be accepting applications through April 15, 2024. Email vicepresident@ncedonline.org to request an application or obtain further information. The requirements to serve on the Board are as follows:...
Examination DEADLINE
Just a friendly reminder that the deadline to have a COMPLETED application to sit for the March 23 NCED exam is on March 1. This deadline also applies to any TPED members participating in the test development process.
Examination Test Sites
4/18/2024 Whippany, New Jersey
Morris County Public Library- Public Meeting Room
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
30 East Hanover Avenue
Whippany, New Jersey
10/01/24 Baton Rouge, LA
Embassy Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge
1:00 PM- 4 PM
4914 Constitution Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808