Test Center Closings in Texas

We have compiled a list of closed test centers in the state. Note that this list will be updated regularly. Click to view the active closings opens in a new window .

Guidance for edTPA Pilot Participants Impacted by School Closures

Review information related to the impact of COVID-19 on the edTPA pilot.

Get started with our step-by-step guide.
Exams: Find information about each exam, including when and where you can test.
Prepare: Access preparation materials for your exam.
Register: Ready to test? Start the online registration process now.
Scores: Access your score report and review your testing history.
Policies: Review the registration, testing, and score reporting policies.
EPPs: Review resources for faculty and EPPs.
Become a Pearson Scorer: Review the qualifications and apply.

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Important Announcements

03/30/20

Two additional submission windows have been added to the 2019–2020 submission and reporting schedule, and the 2020–2021 edTPA submission and reporting schedule is also now available.
3/20/20

2020–2021 score report dates for Texas educator certification exams are now available.
1/21/20

Registration is now open for the new PACT examinations. Testing appointments for these exams will be available starting on January 27, 2020.
1/21/20

New web-based preparation manuals are available for some TExES exam fields.
10/8/19

Registration is now open for the edTPA pilot.
7/16/19

Registration is now open on this website for three AAFCS exams: Family & Consumer Sciences, Composite; Hospitality, Nutrition, & Food Science; and Human Development & Family Studies. Appointments for these exams will be available starting on September 9, 2019.
7/16/19

TEA is taking steps toward piloting edTPA as an option for initial teacher certification. Learn more about these performance-based assessments.
6/27/19

Effective September 1, 2019, SBEC will no longer issue new or renew Master Teacher certificates. The TExMaT exams will no longer be administered after August 11, 2019. Learn more about the discontinuation of this certification class.
6/11/19

Beginning July 16, 2019, Texas educator candidates will use this website to register, schedule exam appointments, and access scores for the AAFCS exams. Learn more about the transition.
4/30/19

Registration is now open for the Principal as Instructional Leader exam. Candidates must receive test approval from a program approved to offer the Principal as Instructional Leader certification.
07/09/18

Now recruiting experienced educators and administrators to become scorers for the Texas exams.

Prospective Candidates

Quick links to program essentials to start you on your way:

Returning Visitors

Quick links for candidates who have already registered to test:

Preparation Materials

edTPA Pilot

Getting Started
P–12 Cooperating Teachers, Programs & Faculty: Visit edtpa.aacte.org to join the online community and access edTPA handbooks and instructional materials in the Resource library.