RICA: Reading Instruction Competence Assessment
The purpose of the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) is to ensure that candidates for Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials possess the knowledge and skills important for the provision of effective reading instruction to students. The goal of reading instruction is to develop competent, thoughtful readers who are able to use, interpret, and appreciate all types of text. Teachers need to be able to deliver effective reading instruction that is based on the results of ongoing assessment; reflects knowledge of state and local reading standards for different grade levels; represents a balanced, comprehensive reading curriculum; and is sensitive to the needs of all students.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To be eligible to take the RICA you must be taking it to satisfy part of the requirements for a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (either assessment) or a California Reading Certificate (Video Performance Assessment only).
This test is not administered on the Cal Poly campus, but registration bulletins are available from the Cal Poly Testing Services office or from:
RICA Program
National Evaluation Systems, Inc.
P.O. Box 348150
Sacramento CA 95834-8150
(916)928-4004
For more information, including test dates, registration information, content specifications, and sample questions, visit the RICA home page.