281 practice flashcards with detailed explanations covering every topic on the exam. 98% of InstantCert students pass it. Earn 3 college credits in weeks or even days instead of sitting through an entire semester.
The Principles of Supervision DSST already has one of the best pass rates in the entire DSST program. InstantCert students do even better.
Based on 1,269 student-reported passing results out of approximately 1,300 exam reports since 2006.
Forget 500-page management textbooks. Our 281 flashcards focus on the specific supervision concepts the DSST actually tests you on, from planning and organizing to labor relations and workplace law, so you study smarter, not longer.
Every flashcard comes with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Confused about the difference between Theory X and Theory Y? You'll understand exactly why, and you won't miss it on exam day.
Stuck on organizational behavior or staffing models? Post in our forums and get answers from people who've already passed this exact exam. Most questions answered within hours.
A typical college management course costs $1,000 or more and takes an entire semester. The DSST exam fee is $100, and our study guide is just $20/month.
Principles of Supervision is a full semester college course. The DSST lets you earn that credit in weeks, not months.
Get Instant Access for $20/MonthThe DSST Principles of Supervision exam has 100 questions in 2 hours covering three major areas. Our 281 flashcards prepare you for all of them:
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Most students need 1 to 3 weeks of focused study. If you have any work experience in a supervisory or management role, you may already know a good chunk of the material. Our guide zeroes in on what the exam actually tests, so you're not wasting time on textbook chapters that don't matter.
It's considered one of the easier DSSTs. The exam has one of the highest pass rates in the entire DSST program (88% among military test-takers). With the right preparation, it's very doable. 98% of InstantCert students who reported their results passed. The material is practical and intuitive, especially if you've ever worked in a team environment.
The minimum passing score for DSST exams is 400. Most colleges accept this score to award credit, though some institutions may set a higher threshold. Check with your specific school's policy. You need to correctly answer roughly 50–60% of the questions to reach a 400.
Most colleges award 3 semester hours of baccalaureate-level credit for passing the DSST Principles of Supervision exam. That's the equivalent of one full semester course, earned in a fraction of the time and cost.
No. Your $20/month subscription gives you access to all 60+ study guides covering CLEP, DSST, and TECEP exams. Many members use InstantCert to pass multiple exams and earn a semester's worth of credits (or more) in a single month.
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The exam has 100 multiple-choice questions and you have 2 hours to complete it. That gives you slightly more than a minute per question. It's computer-based and offered at Prometric testing centers across the United States. There's no penalty for guessing, so answer every question.
Management Functions make up 50% of the exam, covering planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling. The Organizational Environment section (legal issues, labor relations, culture, diversity) accounts for 30%. Roles and Responsibilities of Managers and Supervisors covers the remaining 20%. Our flashcards reflect these weightings so you spend the most time where it counts.
Pass Principles of Supervision, then keep going. Many members pass multiple exams in a single month.
| Subject | Exam Type | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Principles of Supervision | DSST | 281 |
| Organizational Behavior | DSST | 350 |
| Human Resource Management | DSST | 300 |
| Business Ethics and Society | DSST | 275 |
| Intro to Business | DSST | 266 |
| Management Information Systems | DSST | 328 |
| Personal Finance | DSST | 291 |
| Money and Banking | DSST | 273 |
| Principles of Management | CLEP | 319 |
| Introductory Psychology | CLEP | 345 |
| Introductory Sociology | CLEP | 165 |
| Civil War and Reconstruction | DSST | 318 |
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