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About The Praxis Series™ Tests
The Praxis Series tests measure teacher candidates’ knowledge and skills. The tests are used for licensing and certification processes and include:
- Praxis I® Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST®)
These tests measure basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics. In addition to licensure, these tests are often used to qualify candidates for entry into a teacher education program. See Praxis I information for test takers. - Praxis II® Subject Assessments
These tests measure subject-specific content knowledge, as well as general and subject-specific teaching skills, that K–12 educators need for beginning teaching. See Praxis II information for test takers. - Praxis III® Teacher Performance Assessments
These assessments include direct classroom observation, teacher prepared documentation review and structured interviews. They help state and local licensing agencies evaluate the skills of beginning teachers in a classroom setting. Learn more about Praxis III.
State Testing Requirements
Each state and licensing organization determines its own certification and Praxis™ passing score requirements. For more information about certification requirements, visit the state requirements section. If your institution would like to use a Praxis test that has not been approved by your state, contact the Praxis program for further information.
