Paper Based Test

PAPER BASED TESTS

ACT National
PRAXIS II	SAT	Natioanl Counselor's Exam (NCE)

Independent test companies develop standardized testing programs.  Test scores are used primarily as admission criteria for undergraduate, graduate, and professional school admissions. Special testing accommodations for persons with disabilities must be made directly with the testing company.

 

ACT National:   The ACT exam is a national college entrance exam published by American College Testing. For  test dates, registration information and costs, and to register online with a credit card, visit www.act.org.

PRAXIS II:  Subject Assessments/Specialty Area Test/Principles of Learning and Teaching

Praxis II assessments measure a teacher candidate's knowledge of the subjects to be taught, as well as, general and subject-specific pedagogical skills and knowledge.  The State of Arkansas requires a candidate take and pass The Praxis Series Principles of Learning and Teaching plus the appropriate Praxis II Subject Assessment(s) for initial licensure.  ASU requires all education candidates to take the appropriate Praxis Series Exams required for certification in Arkansas and report their results to ASU prior to graduation.  The Praxis II series of exams is NOT available on computer. For test dates, registration information and costs, and to register online, visit www.ets.org/praxis

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The ParaPro Assessment test assesses qualifications necessary for paraprofessionals serving in an instructional capacity in the public school system. For more information visit the ETS website at www.ets.org/parapro.

Before you Test

There are quick guides available for each Praxis II test, including sample test questions with answers and explanations. These can be downloaded or reviewed online at www.ets.org/praxis. 

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National Counselor's Exam (NCE) 

Passing the NCE for Licensure and Certification is one step in the process of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor.  The exam is the property of The National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. of Greensboro, NC.  It is a four hour multiple choice format exam. For test dates, registration information and costs, visit www.nbcc.org.

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The SAT:  The SAT exam is a national college entrance exam published by Collegeboard. For test dates, registration information and costs, and to register online with a credit card, visit www.collegeboard.org.