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PLACE/PRAXIS II
What is the difference between the PLACE and the PRAXIS II?
- The PLACE is the Colorado certification test for educators, and the PRAXIS II is a nationally recognized certification test for educators.
- PLACE Exam: The PLACE tests are criterion referenced and objective based. Criterion-referenced tests are designed to measure a candidate's knowledge in relation to an established standard of performance (a criterion) rather than in comparison to the performance of other candidates. The tests are designed to identify those candidates who have the level of knowledge and skills judged important for educators in Colorado schools. For testing dates and registration for the PLACE exam, please go to www.place.nesinc.com
- PRAXIS II Exam: These subject assessments measure knowledge of specific subjects that K-12 educators will teach. Individuals entering the teaching profession take these tests as part of the teacher licensing and certification process required by many states. For test dates and registration for the PRAXIS II exam, go to www.ets.org/praxis or call 800.772.9476.
Should I take the PLACE or the PRAXIS II?
- DTR applicants may choose to take either the PLACE or the PRAXIS II. Scores from the PLACE are applicable in earning a teaching certificate exclusively in the state of Colorado, and scores from the PRAXIS II can be used to earn a teaching certificate in any state. DTR does not prefer one exam over another.
What are the testing dates for the PLACE and PRAXIS II?
- In order to submit your test scores to DTR by the application deadline, applicants must sign up for and take the PLACE or PRAXIS II on one of the following test dates:
- If taking the PLACE, available test dates are:
- Sept. 25, 2010
- Nov. 20, 2010
- Jan. 8, 2011
- Feb. 26, 2011
- If taking the PRAXIS II, available test dates are:
- Sept. 18, 2010
- Nov. 13, 2010
- Jan. 15, 2011
- There are registration deadlines for these exams. Please visit each test's website to learn the registration deadline for the test date you wish to select.
Once I decide to take either the PLACE or Praxis II test, how do I know which subtest to take?
- Elementary Education applicants (will earn certification in grades K - 6):
- If taking the PLACE, register for Elementary Education (01)
- If taking the PRAXIS II, register for Elementary Education: Content Knowledge, test code 0014.
- Secondary Mathematics applicants who do not have 24 credit hours of undergraduate mathematics (will earn certification in grades 6 - 12):
- If taking the PLACE, register for Mathematics #04
- If taking the PRAXIS II, register for Mathematics #0061
- Secondary Science applicants who do not have 24 credit hours of undergraduate science (will earn certification in grades 6 - 12):
- If taking the PLACE, register for Science #05
- If taking the PRAXIS II, register for General Science #0435
Where do my scores need to be sent?
- If taking the PLACE, all scores are automatically sent to the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Additionally, DTR must receive a mailed or faxed copy of your score report. Fax number: (720) 423-3810
- If taking the PRAXIS II, the CDE must be selected as a designated score recipient (Institutional Code 7040) when registering for the exam. Additionally, DTR must receive a mailed or faxed copy of your score report. Fax number: (720) 423-3810
When should I start preparing for the PLACE or PRAXIS II, and what is the test format?
- Start preparing immediately.
- If taking the Elementary Education PLACE, sessions are four and one-half hours in length, covering six subareas (Language Arts & Literacy, Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, Humanities, and Wellness & Physical Education) and include 100-130 multiple-choice questions.
- If taking the Secondary Mathematics PLACE, there are multiple choice questions in the areas of foundations of mathematics, functions and relations, measurement and geometry, probability and statistics, and calculus and discrete mathematics.
- If taking the Secondary Science PLACE, there are multiple choice questions in the areas of scientific inquiries and connections, physical science, life science, and earth and space science.
- If taking the Elementary Educaiton PRAXIS II, sessions are two hours in length, covering four subareas (Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science) and include 120 multiple-choice questions.
- If taking the Secondary Mathematics PRAXIS II, sessions are two hours in length and include 50 multiple choice questions.
- If taking the Secondary Science PRAXIS II, sessions are two hours in length and include 120 multiple choice questions.
How should I prepare for the PLACE or PRAXIS II?
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