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PRAXIS I Test

If you are in college studying for a career in education, you may need to take the Praxis I tests. Some colleges and universities use the Praxis I pre-professional skills tests to evaluate your readiness and aptitude for teaching.

If you need to take the Praxis I tests, your college will likely ask you to take it early on, probably during your freshman or sophomore year of college. In addition to a college’s requirements, your state may also require the Praxis I tests as part of the teaching licensure process.

The Praxis I tests are available in both computer-based and paper-based versions. You can take the computer-based Praxis I test throughout the year by appointment at testing centers nationwide. The paper-based tests are given on pre-scheduled dates throughout the school year.

Here is what you need to know about the Praxis I test:

It covers basic skills. The Praxis I measures basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics and includes both multiple-choice questions and an essay question.

There are different versions. Which Praxis I test you take depends on your state or licensing agency's requirements for your specific teaching discipline. Each state or agency that uses the Praxis I tests has its own requirements. Before registering for the Praxis I test, you should make sure that you understand which tests you need.
You should study. To get ready for the Praxis I tests you should check out a Praxis I study guide, which will provide sample questions, practice exams, and other test-taking strategies.

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