National Certification in Transition Services Exam: December 19, 2026 9am to 11am CST

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.

On December 19, 2026 the NCTS exam will be administered from 9am to 11am CST on the campus of University of Wisconsin Whitewater. Preregistration is required.