Test Approval

You must be approved to register for tests.

Pre-Admission Content Testing

You may attempt Pre-Admission Content Tests (PACT)Ìýto demonstrate content mastery if you have never been admitted to a ɬÀï·¬-approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP) and you hold a bachelor’s degree or greater from an accredited university.

Candidates in Educator Preparation Programs

You must be approved by your to test.

Additional Certification by Exam

If you hold a valid ɬÀï·¬ classroom teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree you may add classroom certification areas by successfully completing the appropriate test.

Out-of-State and Out-of-Country Testing

If you hold teaching credentials fromÌýanother state or country you must apply for a review of credentialsÌýfor testing approval.

Charter School Testing

Charter schools may require their teachersÌýto demonstrate content mastery in their assignments.ÌýSign up for your content exam with the appropriate testing vendor. Beginning January 27, 2020 candidates must take the appropriateÌýnew content certification examinationÌýthat corresponds with each certificate area. You will need aÌýɬÀï·¬ID number to register as a charter school candidate.