Praxis testing requirements and frequently asked licensure questions
Dear Reachers!
Welcome to the 2024-2025 University school year! The purpose of this resource is to provide helpful information about Praxis testing requirements and frequently asked licensure questions.
As you navigate this living resource, please note that the information presented here could change without notice as each state makes frequent changes to policies surrounding Praxis cut scores, requirements, fees, etc. Your best and first line of support will always be to check with your state and local school district or parish regarding any policy changes around Praxis requirements.
We hope you find this resource helpful as you navigate the world of teacher certification!
Praxis requirements: BAGE & BLS
Exemption: California and Texas-based candidates who take different state exams
| Test/Semester | BAGE Candidates | BA-LS Candidates |
| Praxis II Elementary Subtest- Social Sciences ($64.00) | Required | Not Required BUT you do have to show proof of registration for a Praxis II subtest of your choice to pass DEP 303B in your Advanced year |
| Praxis II Elementary Subtest- Math ($64.00) | Required | Not Required BUT you do have to show proof of registration for a Praxis II subtest of your choice to pass DEP 303B in your Advanced year |
| Praxis II Elementary Subtest- Science ($64.00) | Required | Not Required BUT you do have to show proof of registration for a Praxis II subtest of your choice to pass DEP 303B in your Advanced year |
| Praxis II Elementary Subtest- Special Education ($64.00) | * Only Required for Louisiana Candidates seeking dual certification in Special Education | Not Required BUT you do have to show proof of registration for a Praxis II subtest of your choice to pass DEP 303B in your Advanced year |
| Praxis II Elementary Subtest (Entire exam all at once) | Can be taken instead of individual subtests | Not Required BUT you do have to show proof of registration for a Praxis II subtest of your choice to pass DEP 303B in your Advanced year |
Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) K-6
ETS Test codes: 0622 or 5622 - Passing Score: 160
Teaching Reading: Elementary
ETS Test Code: 5205
Arkansas Foundation of Reading Exam
The Foundation of Reading Exam registration link is found here.
ETS School Report Codes
When registering for the Praxis exam with ETS, you will be asked for a school reporting code. Reach University only has ETS codes for the following states: Arkansas and Louisiana.
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STATE |
CODE |
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Arkansas |
6208 |
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Louisiana |
6430 |
Praxis Exams Updates* (LOUISIANA CANDIDATES ONLY)
*as of 6/11/24
- Beginning January 1st, 2025 all NEW Reach University candidates need to take the test the Louisiana Elementary Multiple Subject Test Exam - 7000 series
- Please note: The Teaching Reading Exam will now be embedded in the 7002 ELA exam. This means that candidates will not need to register for an additional teaching reading exam.
- Current BAGE/BA-LS candidates who have taken and passed any part of the 5000 series Praxis exams can continue taking the 5000 series but will need to take a separate Teaching Reading exam. Learn more here.
Here are some FAQ’s:
Q. What is the difference between the 5000 series and the 7000 series?
A. Take a moment to read through the differences between the tests here.
Q. What if I already took and started passing some of the 5000 series tests? Do I need to start over?
A. No, you do not need to start over. The state of Louisiana has declared that any combination of 5000 and 7000 will count towards passing your exams.
Q. I haven’t started taking any exams, which set should I start with?
A. If a candidate hasn’t taken ANY test, we urge you to take the 7000 series (not 5000)
Advanced Year Coursework - DEP 303B
Q. I heard in DEP 303B, I have to register for the Praxis exam at the end of the course. Is this true?
Exemption: California and Texas-based candidates who take different state exams
A. Yes! At the end of the course, all candidates BAGE and BA-LS must register for the exam at the end of the course. Reason?
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- For BAGE Candidates - this course is taken the semester before Clinical Year begins where candidates must have passed their exams in order to begin Clinical Residency during the next semester.
- For BA-LS candidates, you will take this course during your final semester at Reach and most programs will not allow you to begin any certification coursework after graduation without PASSING Praxis exams. DEP 303B is mostly a self-paced semi-asynchronous course that prepares candidates to be successful in taking the Praxis. By the end of the semester, candidates will register for an exam of their choosing.