Praxis Early Childhood Education (5025)

The Praxis Early Childhood Education (5025) is an ETS subject assessment for candidates preparing to teach young children, generally from birth through age 8. States and educator-preparation programs may use the score as part of teacher certification requirements; the exam is not a universal admissions test, and requirements vary by state. Check the licensing agency where you plan to teach to confirm whether the Praxis 5025 is required and whether other assessments or steps apply.

The exam assesses knowledge of child development and learning, early childhood instruction across subject areas, assessment, and professional responsibilities, including partnerships with families and communities. Candidates should be ready to apply developmentally appropriate teaching principles to classroom situations, including play-based learning, observation, and documentation—not just recall definitions. It is generally computer-delivered with selected-response questions; consult the current ETS Study Companion for the official test structure and content outline. Reviewing sample questions can help identify areas that need more study.