Pennsylvania undergraduate certification candidates must pass the basic skills assessments in math, reading and writing prior to formal admission into a program. PDE has developed seven testing options to better assist candidates in successfully demonstrating basic skills. They are provided on this site.
Pennsylvania requires assessment of candidates in Basic Skills prior to entry into a preparation program. Pennsylvania also requires assessment of candidates in General Knowledge, Professional Knowledge and Subject Area Knowledge prior to issuance of a certificate. The documents on this site provide guidance for completing these requirements.
The ETS Praxis site provides detailed information about the specific tests you will need to take in order to obtain certification. This site is relevant for Middle Level, PK-12, including special education, and Secondary Certifications.
PRAXIS Prep materials for the Art: Content Knowledge (5134) Exam.
Testing Information
For more detailed information regarding requirements for the Saint Vincent College Education Department, please visit the Education Department Website at http://education.stvincent.edu/testing-info.html.