Project Teaching Tests

In order to obtain a teaching license in one of the nineteen general education certification  areas, Wisconsin DPI requires that the student demonstrate proficiency in the subject area content knowledge.

Content Knowledge – Students must demonstrate proficiency in content knowledge related to their certification area(s). Proficiency can be demonstrated by either:

• A 3.0 GPA or higher in the certification subject/major area (or related) as demonstrated on official transcripts (courses not related to these subject areas will not be considered); or
• Praxis II – Passing scores as established by the State Superintendent on content knowledge exams for the specific subject certification area. (Refer to Content Knowledge Analysis for specific test requirement).

IMPORTANT NOTE: When you register for these tests, please include Educate Pathways as a recipient of your test scores. The institution number for Educate Pathways is #1390.

Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT)  is required for the K-9 Elementary/Middle School license.

The FORT is a content test that measures reading instruction knowledge and skills. It is required for applicants seeking initial licensure as an elementary teacher, special education teacher, reading teacher, or reading specialist in Wisconsin.

In order to obtain a K-9 elementary/middle school license, a passing score as established by the State Superintendent must be obtained.

The FoRT National Series test #890 with a passing score of 233 is required.

Additional information can be found here.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When you register for this test, please include Educate Pathways as a recipient of your test scores. The institution number for Educate Pathways is #0040.