The Casper test format and length varies depending on the admission cycle and type of test you are applying for. Please review the sections below to understand the structure based on your application details.
Applicants for the 2025–2026 Admission Cycle
Applicants for the 2025–2026 Admission Cycle
The Casper test for this admission cycle includes 11 scenarios in this order:
4 Video Response Scenarios
7 Typed Response Scenarios
Video Response Section
Each of the 4 video response scenarios contains 2 questions presented one at a time.
You will have 1 minute per question to record your video responses.
Typed Response Section
Each of the 7 typed response scenarios contains 2 questions shown at once.
You will have 3.5 minutes to type your answers to each set of 2 questions.
Breaks
A 10-minute optional break is available after the video response section.
A 5-minute optional break follows the first 4 typed response scenarios.
Total estimated test time: 65–85 minutes.
🇦🇺 Australian Teacher’s Education Applicants – 2025–2026 Admission Cycle
🇦🇺 Australian Teacher’s Education Applicants – 2025–2026 Admission Cycle
For Australian Undergraduate and Postgraduate Teacher's Education programs, the Casper test includes 8 scenarios in this order:
2 Video Response Scenarios
6 Typed Response Scenarios
Video Response Section
Each of the 2 video response scenarios includes 2 questions (presented one at a time).
You will have 1 minute per question to record your answers.
Typed Response Section
Each of the 6 typed response scenarios includes 2 questions presented together.
You will have 3.5 minutes to type your answers.
Breaks
One 10-minute optional break is offered after the video response section.
Total estimated test time: 45–65 minutes.
Applicants for the 2024–2025 Admission Cycle
Applicants for the 2024–2025 Admission Cycle
For this admission cycle, the Casper test includes 14 scenarios in this order:
6 Video Response Scenarios
8 Typed Response Scenarios
Video Response Section
Each video response scenario has 2 questions presented one at a time.
You will have 1 minute to respond to each question with a recorded video.
Typed Response Section
Each typed response scenario includes 3 questions presented together.
You will have 5 minutes to type your responses.
Breaks
A 10-minute optional break after the video response section.
A 5-minute optional break after the first 4 typed response scenarios.
Total estimated test time: 90–110 minutes.
🇦🇺 Australian Teacher’s Education Applicants – 2024–2025 Admission Cycle
🇦🇺 Australian Teacher’s Education Applicants – 2024–2025 Admission Cycle
Applicants for Australian Teacher's Education programs will complete 8 scenarios in this order:
2 Video Response Scenarios
6 Typed Response Scenarios
Video Response Section
Each video response scenario has 2 questions, one shown at a time.
You will have 1 minute per question to record your video answers.
Typed Response Section
Each typed response scenario includes 3 questions, all displayed together.
You will have 5 minutes to type your answers.
Breaks
One optional 10-minute break after the video response section.
Total estimated test time: 50–70 minutes.
Video-based vs. Word-based Scenarios
Video-based Scenarios
Identified by a video-based scenario icon at the top of the screen. The structure includes:
A role prompt (e.g. “you are a friend,” “you are a co-worker”)
A short video scenario
An optional 30-second reflection period
A response page
A 10-second countdown before recording begins. The initial prompt indicating your role will be displayed again at the top of the page as a reminder during this countdown.
Word-based Scenarios
Identified by a Word-based scenario icon at the top of the screen. The structure includes:
A written question, statement or scenario
An optional 30-second reflection period
A response page
Please ensure you respond using the correct method (video or typed) as required. Switching between formats is not allowed. Use of speech-to-text tools is not permitted unless pre-approved under testing accommodations.
For further details, please visit the Test Prep section on the Acuity Insights website.
Quick FAQ: Casper Test Format & Length
Quick FAQ: Casper Test Format & Length
Q1. Can I take breaks during the Casper test?
Yes, optional breaks are available depending on your test format.
Q2. Can I choose whether to type or record a video for each scenario?
No, each section has a designated response method that must be followed.
Q3. How long does the Casper test take?
The test duration varies from 45 to 110 minutes depending on your admission cycle and test type.