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MUED ADVISEMENT CHECKLIST
Student Name: M#: Expected Year of Graduation:
Semester Binder Degree Works
Class Schedule
Four Year Plan
Ensemble Requirements
Concerts Attended
Website NAfME Advisor Initials/ Date
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ADDITIONAL SEMESTERS (if needed)
Concert Programs must be kept for each Concert/ Recital that was attended (7/semester)
Students are required to have NO LESS than a total of 49 concerts/recitals attended in order to graduate
Music Education Major requirements & Graduation/Student Teaching Checklist
Elec -Connections & Explorations: Open Electives FLL - Foundations of Lifelong Learning
Year Major Requirements Field Requirements Advisement Involvement Student Teaching
Requirements
Freshman
Fall □ MUSI 104 □ MUSI 141
□ UNIV 103
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
Spring □ MUSI 112
□ MUSI 131
□ MUSI 153
□ EDFN 130
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
- Obtain all clearances during summer break between Freshman and Sophomore years. - FBI Fingerprint, Act 151, Act 34, TB test
- Clearances to be submitted to Field Services before beginning of Sophomore Fall Semester. - Clearances MAY NOT expire while you’re taking a field experience course
- Attend MEMP meetings & work with Peer Mentor to complete Advisement Portfolio & 4 year plan. - Review APS Reqs & 4 year plan.
- Register for NAfME. - Attend all NAfME meetings. - 7 Recital Programs per semester - Copy of programs in advisement binder.
□ Review APS Reqs
□ EDFN 130
GEN ED COURSES □ COMM 100 (FLL)
□ ENGL 110 (FLL)
□ Math (100 or equivalent – G2)
□ WELL 175 (ELEC)
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Sophomore
Fall □ MUSI 212
□ MUSI 231
□ MUSI 171
□ MUSI 156
□ MUSI 151
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
Spring □ MUSI 312
□ MUSI 331
□ MUSI 381
□ MUSI 271
□ MUSI 251
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
- - Obtain all clearances during Summer Break. - Clearances to be submitted to Field Services during Fall Semester. - Begin completing APS paperwork so it is ready to turn in after you complete the Soph Bloc courses.
- Completion of APS Courses - Completion of PAPAs - Your SAT scores may exempt you from the PAPAs, but paperwork needs to be on file with Field Services
- Register for NAfME. - Attend all NAfME meetings. - 7 Recital Programs per semester - Copy of programs in advisement binder.
GEN ED COURSES Math (Elements of Statistics – G2)
G3, W G1, 2L (HAS to be a Literature – APS)
G3
Soph Bloc (during summer session)
□ EDFN 211 (D)
□ EDFN 241
□ G1
- Clearances MUST be on file with Field Services - PAPERWORK for admission into APS to be turned into Field Services IMMEDIATELY upon receiving your grades for Soph Bloc classes. You will not be able to register for Middle Level Methods until you have APS approval.
□ EDFN 211
□ EDFN 241
Music Education Major Requirements & Graduation/Student Teaching Checklist … continued …
Year Major Requirements Field Requirements Advisement Involvement Student Teaching
Requirements
Junior
Fall □ MUSI 412
□ MUSI 362 (W)
□ MUSI 369
□ MUSI 372
□ MUSI 481
□ MUSI 152
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
Spring □ MUSI 363 (P)
□ MUSI 373
□ MUSI 347
□ PHYS 205 (G2, L)
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
- Submit Yellow Card to Field Services 1 year prior to student teaching. - Submit student teaching packet 1 semester prior to student teaching (check Field Services for deadlines) - Obtain all clearances during the Summer Break. - Clearances to be submitted to Field Services during Fall Semester.
- PRAXIS (General & Music Content) registration completion during Spring & Summer Break. - Junior Level Review
- Register for NAfME - Attend all NAfME meetings - 7 Recital Programs per semester. - Copy of programs in advisement binder
□ MUSI 347
□ MUSI 372
□ MUSI 373
GEN ED COURSES □ ENGL 316 (AW – FLL)
Senior Professional Bloc
Classes included (EDSE340 and SPED346 – offered Fall
only)
Fall □ EDSE 340
□ SPED 346
□ Lesson
□ Ensemble
Spring □ EDMU 461
□ EDSE 471
- Students teaching packet submitted to Field Services. - Obtain all clearances during Summer Break. - MUST obtain one semester before student teaching & submit to Field Services immediately
- PRAXIS (General & Music Content) successful completion (must pass before student teaching) - Junior Level Review successful completion.
- Register for NAfME - Attend all NAfME meeting - 7 Recital Programs per semester - Copy of programs in advisement binder
□ EDMU 461
□ EDSE 471
□ EDSE 340
□ SPED 346
□ All APS Reqs
□ All Music Courses GEN ED COURSES – ONLY DURING FALL SEMESTER (No classes permitted during Spring Semester 8 and student teaching) □ G1, W
□ Earth Science (G2 – CHEM, ESCI, PHYS)
□ ENTR 201 (G3)
Possible 8 Semester Plan for Music Education
*for additional possible options, please see the advisement packets*
FLL - Foundations of Lifelong Learning
Open Elec - Connections & Explorations; Open Electives
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SEMESTER 1: FALL
(3.0) MUSI 104 - Language of Music II
1.0 MUSI 141 - Class Voice
1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 UNIV 103 - Freshman Seminar (open elec)
3.0 ENGL 110 - English Composition (FLL) 3.0 COMM 100 - Speech (FLL)
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SEMESTER 2: SPRING
3.0 MUSI 112 - Kodály Solfege, Harm, Analysis 1
2.0 MUSI 131 -Class Piano I 1.0 MUSI 153 - Percussion I 3.0 EDFN 130 - Tech in the Music Profession
1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 Wellness (open elec) 3.0 MATH (100 or equivalent)
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SEMESTER 3: FALL
3.0 MUSI 212 - Kodály Solfege, Harm, Analysis 2
2.0 MUSI 231 - Class Piano II 3.0 MUSI 171 - Intro to Music Education
1.0 MUSI 156 - Brass I 1.0 MUSI 151 - Strings I 1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 MATH 130 - Elements of Statistics (G2) 3.0 G3, W
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SEMESTER 4: SPRING
3.0 MUSI 312 - Kodály Solfege, Harm, Analysis 3
2.0 MUSI 331 - Class Piano III 2.0 MUSI 381 - Conducting I 3.0 MUSI 271 - AoT Elem Music…Kodály
1.0 MUSI 251 - Strings II 1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 G1, 2L (MUST be a Literature course, for APS) 3.0 G3
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Summer Session: Sophomore Bloc
□ 3.0 EDFN 211 - Found of Modern Ed (D) □ 3.0 EDFN 241 - Psych Found Teach □ 3.0 G1 .
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SEMESTER 5: FALL (APS Status Required)
3.0 MUSI 412 - Kodály Solfege, Harm, Analysis 4
3.0 MUSI 362 - Music History I (W)
3.0 MUSI 369 - West African 3.0 MUSI 372 - AoT Mid-Level Music…Kodály
1.0 MUSI 152 - Woodwinds I 2.0 MUSI 481 - Conducting II 1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
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SEMESTER 6: SPRING
3.0 MUSI 363 - Music History II (P) 3.0 MUSI 373 - Art of Instrumental Techniques
3.0 MUSI 347 - Art of Choral Techniques
3.0 PHYS 205 - Musical Acoustics (G2/L)
1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 ENGL 316 - Business Writing (FLL)
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SEMESTER 7: FALL
3.0 EDSE 340 - Content Area Literacy for Div
3.0 SPED 346 - Sec Students w/ Disabilities
1.0 Major Performance 0.0 Ensemble
3.0 G1, W
3.0 G2 - natural science (CHEM, ESCI, PHYS)
3.0 ENTR 201 - Art of Entrepreneurship (G3)
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SEMESTER 8: SPRING
9.0 EDMU 461 - Student Teaching
3.0 EDSE 471 - Differentiating Instruction
Year Kodály Certification Option Requirements
NOTES
Certificate Notes: Kodály Certification is normally offered at the graduate level. Certificates will be granted upon approval of the Director of the Kodály Program Applications must be submitted with website for EACH level Students MUST pass level one before proceeding to level two. Likewise, students must pass level two before proceeding to level three. Applications can only be submitted once all documentation is received and securing a pass in their videos, song collection, piano proficiency, and
exit exam. Only a grade of B or higher in all courses will be accepted.
FRESHMAN
Additional Items: Become a member of the Kodály Organization (OAKE) Attend workshops focused on Kodály Must be a member of an auditioned MU Choir Ensemble for 3 complete years Music Collection / Retrieval System (150 songs/repertoire - include both folk and choral)
SOPHOMORE
B or higher in: MUSI 212 MUSI 271 MUSI 331 MUSI 381
Videos: Conducting I - 1 videos
o 2-part folk song;
Solfège II - 1 video including: o sing & play o sing with rhythm syllables, counting with numbers, solfège
syllables, and letter names o singing chord progressions o improvisation activities o sight singing of prepared and unknown examples
Art of Teaching Elementary Music, according to the Kodály Concept - 1 video (20-25 minutes in length, each)
o teaching a grade between K-3
Additional Assignments: Solfège II
o selection of harmonic written assignments
Art of Teaching Elementary Music, according to the Kodály Concept o set of 5 sequenced lessons for grades K-3
should include: • transitions • listening • integration of music instruments
Additional Items: Become a member of the Kodály Organization (OAKE) Attend workshops focused on Kodály Must be a member of an auditioned MU Choir Ensemble for 3 complete
years Music Collection / Retrieval System (150 songs/repertoire - include
both folk and choral)
Year Kodály Certification Option Requirements
JUNIOR
B or higher in: MUSI 372 MUSI 412 MUSI 481
Videos: Conducting II - 1 videos
o 3-part choral work by Kodály or Bartok
Solfège III - 1 video including o sing & play o sing with rhythm syllables, counting with numbers, solfège
syllables, and letter names o singing chord progressions o improvisation activities o sight singing of prepared and unknown examples
Solfège IV - 1 video including o sing & play o sing with rhythm syllables, counting with numbers, solfège
syllables, and letter names o singing chord progressions o improvisation activities o sight singing of prepared and unknown examples
Art of Teaching Middle Level Music, according to the Kodály Concept - 1 video (20-25 minutes in length, each)
o teaching a grade between 4-8
Additional Assignments: Solfège III
o selection of harmonic written assignments
Solfège IV o selection of harmonic written assignments
Art of Teaching Middle Level Music, according to the Kodály Concept o set of 5 sequenced lessons for grades 4-8
should include: • transitions • listening • integration of music instruments
Additional Items: Become a member of the Kodály Organization (OAKE) Attend workshops focused on Kodály Must be a member of an auditioned MU Choir Ensemble for 3 complete
years Music Collection / Retrieval System (150 songs/repertoire - include
both folk and choral)
Additional Exam: Pass Piano Proficiency Exam
SENIOR
Additional Items: Become a member of the Kodály Organization (OAKE) Attend workshops focused on Kodály Must be a member of an auditioned MU Choir Ensemble for 3 complete years Music Collection / Retrieval System (150 songs/repertoire - include both folk and choral)
Additional Exam: Pass Exit Exam (oral exam that must be completed PRIOR to application for Kodály Certification)
General Education Check List (minimum 48.0 credits)
GEN ED REQUIREMENTS CLASSES
G1 Block - 9.0 credits Humanities & Fine Arts
from at least 2 departments
1. Literature {G1/2L -APS}
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G2 Block - 9.0 credits Science & Mathematics
1 Math & 2 Sciences (1 w/ lab)
1. MATH _ _ 0 {G2 - APS}
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3. PHYS 205 (with Lab)
G3 Block - 9.0 credits Social Sciences
from at least 2 departments
1. ENTR 201 - Art of Entrepreneurship {G3}
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Three G1, G2, or G3 200 Level or Higher
1. ENTR 201 - Art of Entrepreneurship {G3} 2. Literature {G1/2L -APS} 3. PHYS 205 (with Lab)
Writing Intensive Courses (W) - 9.0 credits
1. MUSI 362 - Music History I {W} 2. 3.
Cultural Diversity/Comm. 1. EDFN 211 - Found. of Modern Ed. {D}
Connec. & Explor. - 9.0 credits
Perspectives, Wellness & FYE Seminar or Open Elective
1. WELL 175 - Wellness
2. MUSI 363 - Music History II {P}
3. UNIV 103 - First Yr: MUSI Majors
Found. of Lifelong Learning 12.0 credits
English 110 - “C” or better Math - with G2 designation
1. ENGL 110 - English Comp {APS} 2. COMM 100 - Funds of Speech {APS} 3. MATH 130 - Elements of Statistics {APS} 4. ENGL 316 - Business Writing {AW}
Ensemble Requirements for BSE in Music Education
String Majors Seven (7) Semesters of a Major Ensemble that relates to your Major Instrument:
These seven (7) semesters of a major ensemble MUST be taken concurrently with your lesson
UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA & CHAMBER ENSEMBLE Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 7
Two (2) Semesters of Choir:
Choir Participation can include any Choral Ensemble that meets for credit and is listed on the University Web Schedule for registration. More than two (2) semesters of participation is accepted, but not required.
UNIVERSITY
CHOIR Advisor Sign Student Sign CHORALE Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2
One (1) Semester of Marching Band:
This one (1) semester of marching band must be taken concurrently with the major ensemble. Marching Band Camp is a requirement/prerequisite to Marching Band. For credit, students must participate in the Major Band season as well as Marching Band Camp prior.
MARCHING BAND CAMP Advisor Sign Student Sign
MARCHING BAND SEASON Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1
Ensemble Requirements for BSE in Music Education
Vocal/Guitar/Piano Majors Seven (7) Semesters of a Major Ensemble that relates to your Major Instrument:
These seven (7) semesters of a major ensemble MUST be taken concurrently with your lesson UNIVERSITY
CHOIR Advisor Sign Student Sign UNIVERSITY
CHORALE Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 6 Semester 7 Semester 7
Two (2) Semesters of Band or Orchestra:
Band Participation can include Wind Ensemble (WE) or Concert Band (CB) Orchestra Participation can include University Orchestral More than two (2) semesters of participation is accepted, but not required.
WE
OR
CB Advisor Sign Student Sign UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2
One (1) Semester of Marching Band:
This one (1) semester of marching band must be taken concurrently with the major ensemble. Marching Band Camp is a requirement/prerequisite to Marching Band. For credit, students must participate in the Major Band season as well as Marching Band Camp prior.
MARCHING BAND CAMP Advisor Sign Student Sign
MARCHING BAND SEASON Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Music education students whose major performance area is guitar or piano, and are proficient on a secondary string, wind, or percussion instrument, may substitute University Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, or Concert Band for their seven (7) semesters of required related applied musicianship courses. In this case, enrollment in two (2) semesters of Choir substitutes for the other required applied musicianship courses. {If you choose to do this, please edit the above information with a pen and proceed normally.}
Ensemble Requirements for BSE in Music Education
Wind and Percussion Majors Seven (7) Semesters of a Major Ensemble that relates to your Major Instrument:
These seven (7) semesters of a major ensemble MUST be taken concurrently with your lesson
CONCERT BAND Advisor Sign Student Sign
WIND ENSEMBLE Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 6 Semester 7 Semester 7
Two (2) Semesters of Choir:
Choir Participation can include any Choral Ensemble that meets for credit and is listed on the University Web Schedule for registration. More than two (2) semesters of participation is accepted, but not required.
UNIVERSITY
CHOIR Advisor Sign Student Sign CHORALE Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2
Two (2) Semesters of Marching Band:
These two (2) semesters of marching band must be taken concurrently with the major ensemble. Marching Band Camp is a requirement/prerequisite to Marching Band. For credit, students must participate in the Major Band season as well as Marching Band Camp prior.
MARCHING BAND CAMP Advisor Sign Student Sign
MARCHING BAND SEASON Advisor Sign Student Sign
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 2
Criminal Background Clearances and TB Testing Information
SUBMITTING CLEARANCES: All clearances must be submitted electronically, through Cognito Forms. Please visit
the following link to upload all required clearances and forms properly:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/MillersvilleUniversity1/FieldServicesClearancesPortal
o Note: All documents submitted must be scanned in as PDF format, no pictures accepted.
There are scanner applications on smart phones – be sure to save the scan as a PDF. The entire
Cognito form and upload can be filled out on a smart phone, if you have access to your PDF files.
Save your PDF files of clearances to your computer for the future! As a courtesy, continue to take
hard copies of your clearances to your field placement.
o Note: Field Services will accept complete packets only. All clearances and forms must be submitted
together on the Cognito Form.
Call or email with questions: (717) 871-5752 [email protected]
Not sure what you should submit? See the chart below!
See back page for instructions on completing the Act 34, Act 151, Act 114, and TB Test.
Visit www.millersville.edu/cert/requestinfo.php for links to the PDE 6004 and Proof of Employment Forms.
NOTES:
Undergraduate Students Post Baccalaureate/Master’s Students Employed By a School
District
Post Baccalaureate/Master’s Students Not Employed by a School District
Act 34 Criminal Background Check PDE 6004 (current and updated every year)
Act 34 Criminal Background Check
Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance Proof of Employment (current and updated every year)
Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance
Act 114 Fingerprint Clearance (through Department of Education)
Copies of the clearances on file with your district (regardless of date)
Act 114 Fingerprint Clearance (through Department of Education)
Negative TB Test or Chest X-Ray Negative TB Test or Chest X-Ray
The Field Services Office at Millersville requires clearances on file prior to first-year registration, during semesters
where any field experience occurs, and prior to registering for education courses. Clearances must be clear (no
record) and valid (do not expire) for the entire semester during which there is a field experience. All clearances must
be updated YEARLY.
ACT 34 Criminal Background- $8 Fee
1. Complete information on-line at
https://epatch.state.pa.us (Credit card required). Please
remember your log in information. If forgotten please call
(717) 787-5280.
2. When completed, click on the “Certification Form”
button and print the results page with the state seal
watermark (this is your official clearance).
3. It is highly recommended that you complete this
application online. You will receive your results within
minutes. However, you may fill out a hard copy (found on
the site by clicking on “help” and choosing SP4-164 form)
and mail with money order to the appropriate address
listed on form. Processing time approximates 4-6 weeks.
*Please note that no overrides, will be permitted for
paper-based requests of ACT 34.
4. If you happen to lose the original you can log into your
account and reprint it. You will need the receipt
information to do so.
TB Test
VERY IMPORTANT: Make sure you leave your healthcare
facility with your TB test results written on a doctor's
script note or letterhead. This must include:
The date the test was administered
The date it was read and the results of the test
An authorized signature.
Chest X-Rays are the only clearance/test that is good for
two (2) years.
1. MU Health Services provides TB testing at a cost of $15.
You must make an appointment in order to have a TB test
administered. Please see the Health Services website for
contact information:
http://www.millersville.edu/healthservices/index.php
2. Private Healthcare Provider/Express Health Service
(UrgentCare, MedExpress, Lancaster General Health
Express, CVS, etc.)
*Make an appointment for a TB test.
*Return to the facility for a reading of the TB test within
48-72 hours.
ACT 114 Fingerprint - $22.60 Fee
1. Use following website for this clearance process:
https://uenroll.identogo.com. This website address takes
you directly to the IdentoGO website where you can
register for fingerprinting, manage your appointment, and
view locations.
2. Enter the Service Code: 1KG6RT. This should take you
to the “Pennsylvania PDE-Colleges/Universities Teacher
Education Program” page.
3. Select “Schedule or Manage Appointment” and fill out
the information appropriately.
4. Print your receipt that has your UE ID on it.
5. After registering, get fingerprinted at an “Official
IdentoGO Enrollment Center” (locations can be found on
the link in step 1). You will pay at the location, not online.
6. An unofficial result will be sent to your account on
IdentoGO, where you set up the security question/answer.
If you provided an email address, you should receive
notification when it is ready to view (check your account
periodically). Results may take up to two weeks to
process.
You only need to submit your Enrollment Receipt with
the UE ID on it. You do not need to wait for the unofficial
result to show in your account. You must get
fingerprinted before turning in the receipt.
ACT 151 Child Abuse - $8 Fee
1. You may now apply online and get results electronically.
Results may take up to two weeks to process. Go to
https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS to set up an
account and to apply for your ACT 151 online.
**When filling out the application: Please choose
“Employee governed by the public school code” for the
reason you are obtaining the clearance.**
2. You may also apply by mail or in person by obtaining the
CY113 form and complete it according to the instructions
found on-line at
http://www.dhs.pa.gov/publications/forproviders/childcar
eforms/ (NOTE: Mailing the form will take much longer!)
3. Take form, $8 money order or check, and government
issued ID in person to Department of Public Welfare in
Harrisburg, PA, for immediate processing of original
clearance. OR mail to the address on the form with money
order. (It may take 4-6 weeks to receive your report
through mail, so an in-person visit provides best service). If
you do not receive your clearance within six weeks by
mail, please contact the Department of Public Welfare at
(717) 783-6211
4. If you happen to lose the original you can log into your
account and reprint it.
FIVE Options for Satisfying the Pre‐Service Testing Requirement for
Admission to Advanced Professional Studies (APS) and Certification
Combination Score Option
ACT Option Test Registration Link: ACT
Test Name Minimum Score per SectionMinimum Combined
Score
ACT English/Writing and Mathematics – prior to September 1, 2015
English/Writing 22; Mathematics 21
23
ACT English/Writing and Mathematics – after September 1, 2015
Reading 22 ; Writing 21; Mathematics 21
Praxis CORE Option Test Registration Link: ETS
CORE Test Option Effective 6/1/2014 for non-vocational certifications
Test Number Passing ScoreMinimum
Composite Score
Reading 5712 156 148
Mathematics 5732 142 132
Writing 5722 162 158
Composite Score Method for CORE Tests:If the sum of your reading, mathematics and writing modules total 467 or higher AND each module’s score meets the minimum composite score above you meet the basic skillsrequirement.
PAPA Option Test Registration Link: ES Pearson
Test Name Test Number Passing ScoreMinimum
Composite Score
Reading 8001 220 193
Mathematics 8002 193 176*
Writing 8003 220 192
Composite Score Method for PAPA Tests:If the sum of your reading, mathematics and writing modules total 657 or higher AND each module’s score meets the minimum composite score above you meet the basic skillsrequirement.
*We will accept 174 from candidates accepted into an educator certification program prior to 8/31/2016
SAT Option Test Registration Link: College Board
Test Name Minimum Score per SectionMinimum Combined
Score SAT Critical Reading, Mathematics Critical Reading 500
and Writing – prior to March 1, 2016 Mathematics 500 1500
Writing 500
You may combine reading, writing and mathematics module scores from different test providers to meet the pre-service requirements. You must meet the passing score listed for each module. A
composite score is not available when scores are mixed.
Revised August 9, 2016
* If you have taken the Praxis I PPSTs in Reading, Wri ng and Mathema cs prior to April 2012, you may use those scores to sa sfy the Pre‐Service
tes ng requirement. If you began taking the Praxis I tests prior to April 2012 but have not passed one or more modules, at this me you will have
to choose another tes ng op on to meet the Pre‐Service tes ng requirement.
Pre‐serviceAcademicPerformanceAssessment(PAPA)
PraxisCoreAcademicSkillsforEducatorsTest(PraxisCore)
Additional information on the Praxis Core & PAPA
Test Dates By appointment, year round.
Test Sites CBT sites are located in Pennsylvania & na onwide. Locate a test center at: h p://etsis4.ets.org/tcenter/
Qualifying Score For informa on about qualifying scores, visit h p://www.ets.org/praxis/pa/requirements
Reference Materials Provided for this Test
A formulas page will be available during the Mathema cs module. Review it now. A standard on‐screen calculator will be available during the Mathema cs module. h p://www.ets.org/praxis/test_day/policies/calculators/using_onscreen_calculator
Score Repor ng For tests that are offered con nuously, scores will be available online 2–3 weeks a er your test date. For more informa on on score repor ng dates and accessing scores, see Ge ng Your Praxis® Scores.
Registra on Online
Register online for a test with a credit/debit card or PayPal™. Print your admission ticket and bring it with you to the test center. Note: Online registration is not available for Assessment of Signed Communication – American Sign Language (0632) or for test takers requiring disability accommodations.
Test Dates By appointment, year round.
Test Sites CBT sites are located in Pennsylvania & na onwide. Locate a test center at: h p://www.pearsonvue.com/es‐ccis/locate
Qualifying Score For informa on about qualifying scores, visit h p://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/
tes ng_requirements/8638.
Reference Materials Provided for this Test
A formulas page will be available during the Mathema cs module. Review it now. A standard on‐screen calculator will be available during the Mathema cs module. Review a calculator tutorial now.
Score Repor ng Test results for the Reading and Mathema cs modules are provided at the test center at the conclusion of your test session. Score reports for the Reading and Mathema cs modules are available within 10 days a er tes ng. Score reports for the Wri ng module are available within 20 business days a er tes ng.
Registra on Online Register online at Pennsylvania Educator Cer fica on Tests
Cost Number of Ques ons Length of Test
PAPA Praxis Core
PAPA Praxis Core
PAPA Praxis Core
Reading $37 $90 36 56 45 minutes 85 minutes
Mathema cs $44 $90 36 56 75 minutes 85 minutes
Wri ng $37 $90 36
2 sent corr/ 1 essay 40
2 essays 75 minutes 100 minutes
Taken Together $110 $150 225
minutes 300 minutes * The PAPA includes a 15 minute tutorial and 30 minute break (15 minutes between modules); The Praxis Core offers a tutorial and an op onal 10 minute break
PLEASE NOTE: Millersville’s student pass rates for the Praxis CORE are significantly higher than the pass rates on the PAPA.