PRAXIS (PPST) Testing

All students must pass the PRAXIS I Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) in reading, writing and mathematics before becoming certified as a teacher.

You may also be required to take the PRAXIS II subject test(s) in order to demonstrate competency in the area in which you wish to teach.  Each state’s PRAXIS II requirements vary. Additional subject area courses may be required to earn certification.

To see the PRAXIS I and II score requirements and subject areas that require PRAXIS II in the state where you wish to earn certification, find the state.

For each state, the top section of the page shows PRAXIS I requirements. Scroll down to see the requirements for the PRAXIS II subject tests.

If you are presently a teacher with active certification you will not need to take the PRAXIS I (this does not include teachers employed via NH Alternative IV).

Find a test center near you. Most test centers are open four to six days a week.

When you register for the PRAXIS I designate both KSC and the appropriate State Department of Education as score recipients.  The code for KSC is 3472 and NH DOE is 7660.

Examine the PRAXIS 1 series Test at a Glance sample tests by clicking on 5710 for computerized PPST reading; 5720 for writing and 5730 for mathematics.

For Step-By-Step Instructions:

Praxis I Information for Test Registration 

Praxis II Information for Test Registration 

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