GACE® Physics (6–12) (718)
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You'll prepare for four testlets — 233 Motion, Forces, and Energy (30 questions, 60 min), 234 Electricity and Magnetism (30 questions, 45 min), 235 Waves and Light (20 questions, 30 min), and 236 Modern Physics and Thermodynamics (20 questions, 30 min). Combined: 100 questions, 2 hours 45 minutes, $169.00. Each testlet costs $42.50 individually. You need a cumulative score of 220 or higher, and you must also meet the floor score for each individual testlet. Administered by Evaluation Systems of Pearson for GaPSC.
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Get Free Access →See Premium PlansYou need a cumulative score of 220 or higher, and you must also meet the floor score for each individual testlet. Scoring well on three testlets doesn’t offset falling below the floor on the fourth — both conditions have to be met. Reference materials are provided on-screen for every testlet: a scientific calculator and a Physics (6–12) Constants and Formulas sheet.
Budget extra time beyond the testing minutes themselves. Add 15 minutes per testing session for a tutorial and to complete a nondisclosure agreement. Testlets 233 and 234 are your longest at 30 questions each; Testlets 235 and 236 are shorter at 20 questions each.
GACE Physics (6–12) (718): Test at a Glance
Here’s a quick overview of the exam. Testlets 233 and 234 are the largest, each with 30 questions. Testlets 235 and 236 each have 20 questions.
About the GACE Physics (6–12) (718)
Here’s what you need to know before you register.
The GACE Physics (6–12) exam is for individuals seeking admission to an educator preparation program, initial certification in Georgia, or qualification to teach physics in Georgia secondary schools. It is administered through Evaluation Systems of Pearson on behalf of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).
The exam is made up of four testlets, which you can take together in one session or separately. Testlets 233 (Motion, Forces, and Energy) and 234 (Electricity and Magnetism) are the largest, each with 30 questions — 60 minutes for Testlet 233 and 45 minutes for Testlet 234. Testlets 235 (Waves and Light) and 236 (Modern Physics and Thermodynamics) are shorter, each with 20 questions and a 30-minute time limit. Combined, all four testlets total 100 questions in 2 hours and 45 minutes. All four testlets cost the same — $42.50 individually or $169.00 combined.
Plan for extra time beyond the testing minutes themselves: add 15 minutes per testing session for a tutorial and to complete a nondisclosure agreement.
The exam is delivered entirely by computer in a selected-response (multiple-choice) format. You’ll have on-screen reference materials available for every testlet: a scientific calculator and a Physics (6–12) Constants and Formulas sheet. You don’t need to memorize constants like the speed of light or the gravitational constant — you need to know how and when to apply them.
To pass, you need a cumulative score of 220 or higher, and you must also meet the floor — the minimum required score — for each individual testlet. Scoring well above 220 on three testlets doesn’t make up for falling below the floor on the fourth. To register, create a GaPSC MyPSC account at mypsc.gapsc.org, then create an Evaluation Systems GACE testing account at gace.es.pearson.com.
Four Testlets at a Glance
Testlets 233 and 234 are your largest at 30 questions each. Testlets 235 and 236 are shorter at 20 questions each. All four cost $42.50 individually.
GACE Physics (6–12) (718) Exam Outline
Below you’ll find the content areas covered in each testlet, along with the confirmed question count and time limit for each.
- Kinematics, including one- and two-dimensional motion
- Newton’s three laws of motion and force analysis
- Work, energy, and power
- Momentum and collisions
- Circular motion and gravitation
- Electric charge, electric fields, and electric force
- Circuits, Ohm’s law, and circuit analysis
- Magnetic fields and magnetic forces
- Electromagnetic induction and its applications
- Wave properties and wave behavior
- Sound waves and the Doppler effect
- The electromagnetic spectrum
- Reflection, refraction, and optics
- The laws of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and energy conservation
- Atomic and nuclear physics
- Quantum concepts and modern physics
- Fundamentals of special relativity
High-Priority Topics by Testlet
Use this section to focus your study time. These topics are drawn from the official GACE 718 content objectives.
Registration, Test Day & Scoring
Here’s what to expect when you register, show up on test day, and receive your scores.
Registration & Fees
Scoring
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On-Screen Reference Materials
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How to register: Start by creating a GaPSC MyPSC account at mypsc.gapsc.org to get your Georgia certification number. After your eligibility is confirmed, create an Evaluation Systems GACE testing account at gace.es.pearson.com/test/718 and register for your testlets. You can take all four testlets together in one appointment or separately in any combination. Always verify current certification requirements at gapsc.com.
How to Prepare for the GACE Physics (6–12) (718)
Here are some tips to help you get ready for each testlet.
- Testlets 233 and 234 are your largest at 30 questions each — prioritize your study time accordingly. Together they make up 60 of the 100 total questions on the exam, so a strong showing on mechanics and electricity/magnetism carries more weight toward your cumulative score than any other pair of testlets.
- Because you must meet the floor on every testlet, don’t neglect Testlets 235 and 236 just because they’re shorter. At 20 questions and 30 minutes each, these testlets carry fewer points, but falling below the floor on either one means you don’t pass — regardless of how well you scored elsewhere.
- Get comfortable with the on-screen scientific calculator and Constants and Formulas sheet before test day. You won’t need to memorize constants like the speed of light or the gravitational constant, but you do need to know which formula applies to which type of question so you’re not searching the reference sheet under time pressure.
- For Testlet 233 (Motion, Forces, and Energy), practice setting up problems, not just solving equations. The hardest part of mechanics problems is usually identifying which principle applies — kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy conservation, or momentum — before you start calculating.
- For Testlet 234 (Electricity and Magnetism), be fluent in both circuit analysis and field-based reasoning. You’ll need to move between numerical circuit problems (Ohm’s law, series/parallel resistance) and conceptual field questions (right-hand rule, induction) within the same testlet.
- Use the Georgia Standards of Excellence for Science as your primary content reference. The Georgia GSE for Science tells you what depth of physics content is expected at the secondary level, and it’s the standard the GACE Physics exam is built around.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the GACE Physics exam? Here are answers to the most common ones.
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Practice questions covering all four testlets — Motion, Forces, and Energy (233), Electricity and Magnetism (234), Waves and Light (235), and Modern Physics and Thermodynamics (236) — aligned to the official GACE 718 blueprint. Detailed answer explanations so you understand not just the right answer, but why it’s right.
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