The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and its Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT) have partnered together to offer the National Certification in Transition Services exam. The exam documents competency mastery for the
Nationally Certified Transition Specialist (NCTS) credential. Nationally Certified Transition Specialists demonstrate the essential competencies and components that guide professional practice of secondary special education transition specialists and teachers in supporting successful and equitable transitions for students and youth with disabilities and their families. Preregistration is required.