Praxis

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Praxis II® Subject Assessments measure knowledge of specific subjects that K–12 educators will teach, as well as general and subject-specific teaching skills and knowledge. Individuals entering the teaching profession take the Praxis II tests as part of the teacher licensing and certification process required by many states, including Wyoming. The Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) of Wyoming requires that students in the Elementary Education and Social Studies Education take and pass subject-specific Praxis tests to be eligible for licensure. 

Details about PTSB testing requirements and application forms for certification and adding endorsements can be found on the PTSB website.

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Frequently asked questions

Must all WTEP candidates take a Praxis exam?
No. Candidates must take a Praxis exam for Wyoming certification if their major is Secondary Social Studies,  Elementary Education, or if they are enrolled in a Graduate Certificate program*. 

*The deadline to complete and pass the Praxis for the Graduate Certificate program is May 15th, prior to the start of the summer sequence.

What exam do I take?
Elementary Education majors are required to take the following Praxis assessments for Wyoming Certification:

Test Name and Number	Required Passing Score	Cost*
Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects (5001)		$180
Subtest: Reading & Language Arts (5002)	157	Cost incurred only on re-test
Subtest: Mathematics (5003)	157	Cost incurred only on re-test
Subtest: Social Studies (5004)	155	Cost incurred only on re-test
Subtest: Science (5005)	159	Cost incurred only on re-test

*Please note that the cost/fees are subject to change without notice. Please check with ETS for the most recent PRAXIS cost and fees. 

Secondary Social Studies majors are required to take the following Praxis assessment for Wyoming certification:

Test Name and Number	Required Passing Score	Cost*
Social Studies: Content Knowledge (5081)	158	$130

*Please note that the cost/fees are subject to change without notice. Please check with ETS for the most recent PRAXIS cost and fees. 

Recipient Code # to have results reported to the WY PTSB: 8500

Secondary Science majors are strongly encouraged to take the following Praxis II assessment for his/her content area. The candidates are also strongly encouraged to take the Middle School Science test.

Test Name and Number	Required Passing Score	Cost*
Biology: Content Knowledge (5235)	148	$130
Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5245)	151	$130
Earth & Space Science: Content Knowledge (5571)	150	$130
Middle School Science (5442)	150	$130
Physics: Content Knowledge (5265)	137	$130

*Please note that the cost/fees are subject to change without notice. Please check with ETS for the most recent PRAXIS cost and fees. 

Graduate Certificate candidates are required to complete the following Praxis II assessment for his/her content area. Candidates must complete and pass the PRAXIS exam by May 15th, prior to the start of the summer sequence.

Test Name and Number	Required Passing Score	Cost*
Agriculture (5701)	147	$130
CTE- Business Education: Content (5101)	174	$130
CTE- Family & Consumer Sciences (5122)	153	$130
CTE- Technology Education (5051)	159	$130
English Language Arts: Content Knowledge (5038)	168	$130
Mathematics (5165)	160	$130
Science - Biology: Content Knowledge (5235)	148	$130
Science - Chemistry: Content Knowledge (5245)	151	$130
Science - Earth & Space Science: Content Knowledge (5571)	150	$130
Science - Physics: Content Knowledge (5265)	137	$130
Social Studies: Content Knowledge (5081)	158	$130

*Please note that the cost/fees are subject to change without notice. Please check with ETS for the most recent PRAXIS cost and fees. 

Secondary Modern Language majors must complete and pass the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) and the Written Proficiency Test (WPI).

Test Name and Number	Required Passing Score	Cost*
OPI: Oral Proficiency Interview	Advanced Low or Better	Contact Modern & Classical Languages
WPT: Writing Proficiency Test	Advanced Low or Better	Contact Modern & Classical Languages

 

Can I have my fee waived for taking the Praxis?
Yes, there is a fee waiver program designed to support future teachers with financial assistance. You can apply by completing the Fee Waiver Request Form (PDF).

How do I prepare?
At Tests at a Glance (on the Praxis website), you can familiarize yourself with the structure and the content of the test. Test preparation books are available by mail or online. 

When should I take the test?
We recommend that you take the exam during Phase III of your program. Consider that there will be lag time of 4 to 6 weeks between taking the exam and the reporting of your score to the WY PTSB. PTSB has final approval for certification. Tests are administered many times per year and dates are available on the ETS website (opens new site in a new tab). You can register for the test online. You can take the test as many times as you wish.

Where do I take the test?
In Wyoming, tests will be administered in a variety of locations and can be taken at home.

What happens if I don’t pass?
You have one year from the date of your application for initial certification to present a passing score to obtain a Standard WY Teaching Certificate. You may receive (from the PTSB) a one year authorization to work as a teacher based on your teacher preparation program institutional recommendation and/or other current state certificate during that one year period.

Where do I get additional information? 
At the University Testing Center website, PTSB (800-675-6893), or the Praxis website.