Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators
Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators
Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core) exam is designed to provide comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs.
*If you don't hold a 3.0 GPA as an exemption to the Praxis Core, we suggest taking the ACT, SAT or GRE in place of the Praxis Core. Learn more about these exams on the Praxis Core Exemptions tab.
To meet the requirements for the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core), you must achieve passing scores on the following:
Core Academic Skills For Educators: Reading (5713)
Core Academics Skills for Educators: Writing: (5723)
NOTE: If you choose to register for the Core Combined (5752) which is a more cost-effective option, please note that it includes a Math subtest, which is not currently required to fulfill this requirement.
Testing Timeline
ETS does not set registration deadlines for the Praxis Core, but spots fill quickly, so we strongly suggest registering as soon as possible.
You will be required to submit passing scores to be considered hire-ready by Baltimore City Public Schools.
The Praxis Core tests are delivered on computer. They are administered through an international network of test centers. Find test centers in your area.
The Praxis Core tests are also given at home. Find more information about at home testing.
Praxis tests are only given in English. If you are a test taker whose primary language is not English (PLNE), you may be eligible for extended testing time.
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