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TESTING INFORMATION FOR ALL FELLOWS
If you believe you qualify for a test exemption, visit this subpage
All Fellows are required to pass the Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators tests OR the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST), which both measure academic skills in reading, writing and mathematics. Highly qualified fellows will test and obtain qualifying scores for the state of Nevada prior to the start of PST or will provide proof of exemption.
All Fellows are required to pass the Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators tests OR the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST), which both measure academic skills in reading, writing and mathematics. Highly qualified fellows will test and obtain qualifying scores for the state of Nevada prior to the start of PST or will provide proof of exemption.
The earlier you test, the more of a runway you give yourself for potential re-testing. Below you will find some helpful links for registering and preparing for state testing.
The earlier you test, the more of a runway you give yourself for potential re-testing. Below you will find some helpful links for registering and preparing for state testing.
TESTING BREAKDOWN BY TEACHING ASSIGNMENT
Early Childhood
Early Childhood
Required Tests:
Praxis Core:
Option 1: Combined test 5752 (includes reading, writing, and math sections)
Option 2: You may complete the test in individual sections:
Reading: 5713
Writing: 5723
Math: 5733
OR
Enrollees may take the CBEST (CA Basic Educational Skills Test) in lieu of the Praxis Core.
Elementary
Elementary
Required Tests:
Praxis Core:
Option 1: Combined test 5752 (includes reading, writing, and math sections)
Option 2: You may complete the test in individual sections:
Reading: 5713
Writing: 5723
Math: 5733
OR
Enrollees may take the CBEST (CA Basic Educational Skills Test) in lieu of the Praxis Core.
Secondary Math
Secondary Math
Required Tests:
Praxis Core:
Option 1: Combined test 5752 (includes reading, writing, and math sections)
Option 2: You may complete the test in individual sections:
Reading: 5713
Writing: 5723
Math: 5733
OR
Enrollees may take the CBEST (CA Basic Educational Skills Test) in lieu of the Praxis Core.
and
Praxis Mathematics 5165
Please see the Secondary Math Testing Overview document for further detail and visit the Secondary Math Testing page of this site.
PRAXIS CORE AND CBEST COST & REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The decision of whether to take the Praxis Core or the CBEST is yours. Please pay attention to waiting period information below. We also recognize that cost may also be a factor in making your decision. Whatever path you decide to take, passing score reports dated after July 4, 2014 are required by July 3, 2024.
Praxis Core
Praxis Core
Cost: $150 for all 3 tests or $90 per individual test
Cost: $150 for all 3 tests or $90 per individual test
See below for test codes and qualifying scores
See below for test codes and qualifying scores
Note: If you are not successful on your first attempt, you must wait 21 calendar days from the date you took the test in order to retake a test or subtest. Please test early to give yourself as much time as possible to pass given this waiting period!
CBEST
CBEST
Cost: $102 (for computer-based, all 3 tests)
Cost: $102 (for computer-based, all 3 tests)
See below for qualifying scores
See below for qualifying scores
Note: If you are not successful on your first attempt, you must wait 45 calendar days from the date you took the test in order to retake a test or subtest. Please test early to give yourself as much time as possible to pass given this waiting period!
Note: Both Praxis and CBEST tests are offered in an at-home format that is proctored online. You can find this information on the Praxis and CBEST websites. If you choose this route, please ensure that you review the instructions carefully, as you must test in a room that is basically cleared out and they will want to see the room you are working in. They also use technology to view what is happening on your computer in order to guard against cheating.
Praxis Core Registration & Prep
Praxis Core Registration & Prep
CBEST Registration & Prep
CBEST Registration & Prep
The required passing score for the CBEST is 123, however please see the information in the green box below for further guidance from the CBEST website on the distribution of scores across the 3 test sections
The required passing score for the CBEST is 123, however please see the information in the green box below for further guidance from the CBEST website on the distribution of scores across the 3 test sections
Please note that all Fellows will have additional testing to complete at the conclusion of the program, which we will share more information about at a later date.
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