Praxis Support
- There are Praxis preparation resources available for free from ETS. Visit the and locate the page by searching for state requirements. Once you find your required exam(s), view the test details. Scroll down on the test details page and look for the option to Get Free Resources. You’ll enter your email and ETS will send you a detailed guide for the exam.
- Read the Praxis website for for test takers and for information on how to develop a study plan.
- is the official Praxis partner and offers preparation for a fee.
- is another high quality preparation option for a fee.
If you are in K-6 (Elementary) or Special Education, you are also required to take the assessment. The timeline for this test is during your internship聽semester OR AFTER you have taken all of the literacy courses and elementary聽courses. The Office of Candidate Services testing page has preparation options for the FOR.
By state rules, K-6 Elementary and Special Education candidates must pass the Foundations of Reading to receive their initial teaching license.
Those in the Special Education program need to attempt the Foundations of Reading assessment prior to entering their final semester of the program.聽
Pedagogy Assessment (PLT): The Principles of Learning & Teaching (PLT) Praxis exam is not required for UCA MAT candidates. A state-approved pedagogical summative assessment is included in the MAT’s internship/residency assignments.
Please keep in mind that you may still want to take the PLT if you think you may want to eventually pursue an administrative position or district specialist/interventionist position.