Praxis PLT: Grades K-6
This page provides access to all the key info you need as a Praxis Principles of Learning & Teaching (PLT): Grades K-6 (5622) test-taker, including 2025 exam dates, testing center locations, fees, registration info and prep resources.
You can view our free Praxis PLT Study Guide for a concise, bullet-pointed listing of exactly which topics appear on your exam. You can also take our free Praxis PLT Practice Test to see your current likelihood of passing and a breakdown of your individual strengths and weaknesses.
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| Praxis PLT: Grades K-6 Quick Facts | |
| Test Content: | Students as Learners; Instructional Process; Assessment; Professional Development Leadership, and Community; Analysis of Instructional Scenarios |
| Number of questions: | 70 selected-response questions; 4 constructed-response questions |
| Time to complete: | 2 hours |
| Passing score: | Varies by state (scaled score) |
Praxis PLT: Grades K-6 Overview
The Praxis Principles of Learning & Teaching (PLT): Grades K-6 (5622) exam is a test required by many states for credential candidates. It is a single, computer-delivered test that includes questions from five content categories.
The content categories are Students as Learners; Instructional Process; Assessment; Professional Development, Leadership, and Community; and Analysis of Instructional Scenarios.
The test consists of selected-response and constructed-response questions related to case histories.
2025 Praxis PLT Testing Costs*
Below is an overview of the 2025 Praxis PLT (5622) testing fees for computer-based testing.
| Service | Fees |
|---|---|
| Registration | $156 test registration fee |
| Change to test center or date | Additional $40 fee |
| Phone Registration | Additional $35 fee |
| Additional score reports | $50 per report |
2025 Praxis PLT Test Dates*
Computer-based testing for the PLT (5622) exam is available by appointment. Alternatively, online-proctored testing is offered remotely.
| Praxis PLT (5622) Test Dates | Results Release Dates |
|---|---|
| 6/30/25 - 7/26/25 | 8/15/25 |
| 8/4/25 - 8/30/25 | 9/19/25 |
*This information is subject to change. All test-takers should visit the official Praxis website at https://www.ets.org/praxis to confirm fees, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.
Free Tools to Help You Get Started
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