Research Guides: Communication Sciences &amp; Disorders: Praxis Exam

Information on the Exam

About the Speech-Language Pathology Praxis Exam
Info from ASHA on the exam.
Speech-Language Pathology Exam (5331) Content
Praxis Study Companion
Link will download a PDF from the testing company.

Free Online Practice Tests

The database below includes two practice tests for the Praxis. To find them search the keyword Pathology.

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Library Ebook

Preparation for the Praxis in Speech-Language Pathology by Kaye T. Payne
Publication Date: 2020
Offers techniques and tips for conquering the complexities of the Praxis. Includes full-length timed Practice Test with answers and explanations, demonstrative Praxis-type questions, Study Habits Questionnaire, test anxiety scale, and final preparation checklist.
NOTE: You can only print a limited number of pages. Be wary of using the download PDF option to read chapters, as this will quickly deplete your printing quota. Instead use Read Online, then print only specific key pages.

Study & Practice Materials you can Purchase

ETS Praxis Interactive Practice Tests
You can also buy online practice texts from the the testing company. Not ridiculously expensive.
Advanced Review of Speech–Language Pathology: Preparation for the SLP Praxis and Comprehensive Examinations, 6th ed – E-Book with Access Code
This is an expensive option, but the access code allows you to take 12 full-length exams and numerous short, topic-targeted tests.

Online Videos - Multiple Choice Test Strategies

These strategies are really helpful. There are 12 short videos here that teach different "tricks" when taking a multiple choice test. The 2nd video starts after the first one, and so on . . .

Tips for Test Anxiety

Managing Test Anxiety: Ideas for Students

Older Print Books that can be Checked Out

An Advanced Review of Speech-Language Pathology by Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin; M. N. Hegde
Publication Date: 2006
How to Prepare for the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology by Kay T. Payne
Publication Date: 2000

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