How Do I Take My Certification Exams?
Step 1 - Complete a practice exam with a score of 85% or higher.
Undergraduate Initial Teacher Certification
- A representative test score of 85% or higher on an online practice exam (free representative exam by request )
- A study plan showing diagnostic scores and dates/times of study
Educational Leadership - TExES Requirements for Test Approval
Graduate Initial Teacher Certification
- A representative test score of 85% or higher on an online practice exam (preferably, an interactive practice exam or exam from free representative exam by request )
- Documented proof of at least nine hours of exam preparation. (Screenshots of study programs, study plans, confirmation of study session attendance, etc.)
Step 2 - Request to take the real exam and attach your practice exam scores.
Approval to Test
Candidates need approval in order to register for Texas educator certification exams. Submit a request for licensure examination approval and attach a pdf of your passing practice test score taken within the past 45 days. Please note, test takers are limited to 5 attempts on any Texas educator certification test under Texas Education Code §21.048(a-1).
Undergraduate Applications
Undergraduate Licensure Exam Application (Bachelor's Programs)
Graduate Applications
Graduate Licensure Exam Application (Master's Programs)