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 Texas-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 Texas 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 aÌýTEA ID number to register as a charter school candidate.
Educator Testing
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