At-Home Testing

Praxis at-home tests are a safe and convenient option for any test-takers who live in the United States, its territories, or Canada.

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The value of at-home testing

With at-home testing, you can have the same high-quality Praxis experience from the comfort of your own home or another secure location. All at-home tests are available seven days a week and are identical to what you'd receive at a test center; you'll even benefit from a human proctor monitoring your testing online.

Before registering for an at-home test, check that your technology is up-to-date and that your computer and testing room meet the necessary qualifications.

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What to expect on test day

Over 100 Praxis tests are available for at-home testing.

Praxis Core Tests

Praxis Subject Tests

Testing rules

  • Follow all of the following rules. Otherwise, your test can be canceled, and your fee won't be refunded.
  • Don't use any unauthorized materials, including mobile devices, prewritten notes, or textbooks.
  • Personal recording devices of any kind are strictly prohibited.
  • You must disable any screen-sharing or remote-access software (such as Zoom, Skype®, TeamViewer®, Microsoft Teams®, Apple Remote Desktop™, Grammarly and Spell check) prior to the test. It must remain disabled throughout the test. Make sure that the software will not open automatically during the test.
  • Don't communicate with anyone else except the proctor, including during scheduled and unscheduled breaks.
  • There may be references to using a headset during your test. Ignore them; headsets are NOT allowed in the tests at home.
  • ETS is monitoring reuse of devices and testing locations for unauthorized purposes. Frequent, inappropriate reuse of shared testing devices and common testing locations may result in score delay and/or score cancellation and could impact your eligibility to take future ETS exams.


Unscheduled breaks

  • Most tests don't offer a scheduled break. However, you have the option to take a short, unscheduled break. If you choose to take an unscheduled break, your test clock will NOT stop. Because timing will not stop for this break, it is recommended that you return from the break as quickly as possible.
  • If you are taking any of the following tests, you can take a short, unscheduled restroom break after the conclusion of one test, but before completing review of the General Directions for the next test. Your test clock won't start until you return and complete the General Directions. 
  • Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators combined test (5752)
  • Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects test (5001) 
  • Elementary Education: Content Knowledge for Teaching (7811)
  • Elementary Education: Three Subject Bundle—Mathematics, Social Studies and Science (5901) 
  • Pennsylvania Grades 4–8 Core Assessment (5152)
  • Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects (7001)
  • Early Childhood Assessment (5026)
  • Elementary Education Assessment (5006) 


Canceling your scores

  • If you think you didn't perform to your potential, you will have the option to cancel your scores at the end of your test but before viewing your unofficial score or selecting the Report Scores option. Once the Report Scores option is selected, the scores cannot be canceled.


More information

  • Review the Praxis® Tests Information Bulletin to learn about ID requirements, unscheduled breaks, score cancellations, and the test-dismissal process.
  • For additional information, test-day support, and technical troubleshooting, check your confirmation email, or login to your Praxis account.
  • After registering and before test day, you will need to run a final equipment check which is provided as a link in your confirmation email. All issues must be resolved before your appointment time.
  • Close all browsers and applications not needed for the test. Doing so can help prevent bandwidth issues while you test.
  • Make sure any other devices in your home that use the internet aren’t running.
  • Gather the materials you'll need for your test session. These include a) passport or other acceptable ID; b) acceptable note-taking materials, such as a whiteboard or plastic transparency sheet, that can be erased in view of the proctor; and c) a cellphone or hand-held mirror for check-in. All other materials are prohibited.
  • Make sure your testing area meets all environmental requirements, including a) your room is quiet and well lit; and b) your table and surrounding area are clear.
  • Make sure you’re dressed appropriately, with your ears and face always visible to the proctor.
  • Avoid wearing any jewelry or other accessories.
  • Face masks may not be worn during check-in or any part of the at-home testing session.
  • If you are taking the Art: Content and Analysis test, upload four digital images of your artwork to your Praxis account no later than three days before test day by 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time. For more information about the requirements for these images, please review the Study Companion (PDF).
  • Print a copy of each of the four images from your Praxis account. Be prepared to show your proctor the printouts during check-in.
  • The image ID number that appears on the printouts is a critical part of the art-making responses. You'll need to enter this image ID as the first line of your response when taking the test.

Step by Step Video Tutorials

Watch these short 1-minute videos covering everything from setup to scores and cancellation.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Introduction to Praxis At-Home Testing – Overview of the process.

Chapter 2 - Pre-Test Procedures

Setting Up Your Test Environment – How to create a distraction-free space.

Chapter 3 - ETS Secure Browser

Downloading & Installing ETS Secure Browser & Systems Check

Chapter 4 - Testing Guidelines

Rules & Regulations During the Test – Key do’s and don’ts.

Chapter 5 - Connecting with Proctor

Connecting with Your Proctor & Check-In Process – What to expect during check-in.

Chapter 6 - Unscheduled Breaks

Taking Breaks & Managing Time – Guidelines for scheduled and unscheduled breaks.

Chapter 7 - After the Test session

Viewing Scores & Next Steps – How to access your results and what comes next.

Chapter 8 - Need any help??

Reach out to the customer support in case of any test day related issues.

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