Teaching and Leading in Tennessee
The Praxis® tests allow Tennessee educators and educator candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of content, pedagogy and instructional skills for the classroom. These tests are important components of Tennessee's licensure process and include:
- Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core) — comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering educator preparation programs. These assessments may be used for admission to educator preparation programs and are not required for licensure.
- Praxis® Subject Assessments — tests that measure general and subject-specific content knowledge
- School Leadership Series — tests for school and district administrators and for other leadership roles
Learn more about teaching and leading in Tennessee.
Test Requirements In Your State
View the assessments and minimum qualifying scores for each area of licensure sought.
The Praxis® Tests Information Bulletin
View the registration process, test day procedures, score reporting and more.
Ready to Take a Praxis Test?
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Learn About the Praxis Tests
Tennessee Department of Education
The Tennessee Department of Education determines Tennessee’s licensure requirements, eligibility standards, Praxis passing score requirements and reciprocity agreements. The Tennessee Department of Education implements the policies set by the State Board. For more information about Tennessee's approved educator preparation programs or licensure requirements, visit their website.
Other Programs Used in Tennessee
ParaPro
Measures knowledge and skills in reading, writing and mathematics to assist in classroomsLearn more about Parapro
School Leadership Series
Assesses entry-level school leadership skills Learn more about SLS
ProEthica® Program
Helps educators balance caring for their students with maintaining professional distance Learn more about ProEthica