This manual is intended to serve as a step-by-step guide to writing criterion-referenced tests. It includes directions on constructing and scoring various types of test items to measure each level of cognitive function. The manual gives a method for writing, analyzing and rewriting instructional objectives; preparing a content outline; matching test items with objectives; and writing the test items. This guide can be used as a self-paced learning device, as a workshop manual, or as reference material. It provides examples and exercises in both Spanish and English to facilitate skill mastery and reinforce concepts. (Author/AMH)