What tests do I need to take? Educator certification requirements vary from state to state. NES tests are taken by individuals pursuing certification as entry-level teachers. Please contact the state agency responsible for educator certification in your state for more information.
Information about each test. Get specific information about a test, including when and where you can take the test, and access preparation materials by selecting the test from the following table.
| Essential Academic Skills |
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| Subtest I: Reading |
| Subtest II: Writing |
| Subtest III: Mathematics |
| Subtest IV: Technology Literacy |
| Professional Knowledge |
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| Assessment of Professional Knowledge: Elementary |
| Assessment of Professional Knowledge: Secondary |
| Elementary Assessments |
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| Early Childhood Education |
| Elementary Education Subtest I |
| Elementary Education Subtest II |
| Essential Components of Elementary Reading Instruction |
| Middle Grades Assessments |
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| Middle Grades English Language Arts |
| Middle Grades General Science |
| Middle Grades Mathematics |
| Middle Grades Social Science |
| Secondary Assessments |
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| Biology |
| Business Education |
| Chemistry |
| Earth and Space Science |
| English Language Arts |
| Family and Consumer Sciences |
| General Science |
| History |
| Mathematics |
| Physics |
| Social Science |
| K–12 Assessments |
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| Art |
| Chinese (Mandarin) |
| English to Speakers of Other Languages |
| French |
| German |
| Health |
| Music |
| Physical Education |
| School Counselor |
| School Library Media Specialist |
| Spanish |
| Special Education |
