Praxis Exam Information

The Praxis exam is required by many states when you apply for an educator license. The Counseling Program strongly encourages students to take the exam during their Internship seminar. However, the Praxis is not required to graduate from the program and is not currently required for a Minnesota or Wisconsin license (unless you leave WI and return at a later time to apply for a new license).

You can find information about the exam at this link: Licensure Requirements (ets.org), including links to a study guide and practice test.

Use code 1918-UNIV WI-RIVER FALLS-EDUCATION when selecting which institution to have scores sent to.

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THE EXAM? We recommend you wait to take the exam until you have completed all of the core courses AND have some practical experience. The exam includes sections that are based on the academic learning AND practical counseling skills that are definitely enhanced in your practicum experience. While exam dates are available several times per year, and you may schedule your exam on any of these dates, the goal of the program is to assist you in acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to take the exam at the appropriate time in your program AND PASS IT.

WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE? Check out the ETS website for information, including study guides and practice tests. Do not be surprised…be prepared.

WHAT IS THE PASSING SCORE? The passing score is 159 (Test Code 5422).

NOTE: this exam does NOT take the place of the comprehensive exam.