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Education Administrator I Examination

The Education Administrator I (EA I), with expertise in a wide variety of education areas, is the first supervisory level over professionals at the Consultant and Assistant levels, as well as support and technical staff.

Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire

The California civil service selection system is merit-based, and eligibility for appointment is established through a formal examination process. The Education Administrator I examination consists of a Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire (QAQ) that will be used to evaluate your experience, education, and training. The QAQ is the entire examination and will account for 100% of your score.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Questions:   Examination & Recruitment Office | CDEExams@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Wednesday, July 08, 2026