Teaching and Leading in Wisconsin
The Praxis® tests help Wisconsin educators demonstrate their knowledge of content, pedagogy and instructional skills for the classroom. These tests are important components of Wisconsin’s licensure and certification process and include:
- Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core) — comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs
- Praxis® Subject Assessments — tests that measure general and subject-specific content knowledge that you need for beginning teaching
Learn more about teaching and leading in Wisconsin.
Test Requirements In Your State
Make sure you're taking the right tests for each area of certification you seek.
The Praxis® Tests Information Bulletin
Familiarize yourself with the registration process, test day procedures, score reporting and more.
Ready to Take a Praxis Test?
Find out how you can register online, by mail or by phone.
Learn About the Praxis Tests
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction determines Wisconsin’s certification requirements, eligibility standards, Praxis passing score requirements and reciprocity agreements. For more information about Wisconsin’s approved educator preparation programs or testing requirements, visit their website.
Visit the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website
Other Programs Used in Wisconsin
ParaPro
Measures your knowledge and skills in reading, writing and mathematics to assist in classrooms Learn more about Parapro