Nebraska Department of Education

Nebraska Test Requirements

Find your licensure area below to determine which test you need to take and see the minimum qualifying score. To learn more about a specific test, click the test title. Once you know your test(s), find out how to register for Praxis™ tests and read the Praxis test retake policy.

Most tests are offered in both Session 1 and Session 2. Refer to the fees page for tests that are restricted to a particular session.

In general, unless it is specifically stated that a calculator is permitted or required for a particular test, calculators may not be used on any Praxis tests (see Calculator Use).

Notes:

  • In general, test codes that begin with "5" are delivered in computer format; codes that begin with "0" are delivered on paper.
  • "CDT" refers to computer-delivered tests. "PDT" refers to paper-delivered tests.

Admission to Teacher Preparation Program in Nebraska

If you wish to take all three computer-delivered Praxis I exams (5710, 5720, 5730) at the same time, select Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test: Combined Test (5750) when registering. Scores will be reported by individual test (5710, 5720, 5730).

To Be Certified in You Need to Take PDT Code CDT Code Qualifying Score
All Areas Praxis I Reading 5710 0710 170
and
Praxis I Writing 5720 0720 172
and
Praxis I Mathematics 5730 0730 171

Test for No Child Left Behind (NCLB)-Qualified Teacher Designation

Although not a requirement, Nebraska has adopted Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (0011, 5011) (EECIA) test for elementary education and elementary special education candidates and teachers to become NCLB-qualified. Administration dates and test center locations for the EECIA are found on the Registration page of this Web site.

To Be Certified in You Need to Take CDT Code PDT Code Qualifying Score
Elementary Education and Special Education (K–8) Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment 5011 0011 159

This page is a supplement to The Praxis Series™ Information Bulletin.

 

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