Everyone being issued a certificate in Pennsylvania must pass the required certification tests.

Certification tests are now being offered by two different testing companies.  Please consult the Certification Testing Requirments for your content area for details on the tests required and for registration information.

Registration information is available from the Certification Office and the Test Center.
Registration is available from the Educational Testing Service (ETS) for all Praxis test requirements
Registration booklets and Tests at a Glance study guides are available online.

For additional information go to PA Department of Education and The Praxis Series, ETS or PECT Preparation Website

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• Test Dates 2011-2012
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