How to Study for the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology Test
The Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (5331) test is a national examination commissioned by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) as part of the speech-language pathology certification process. Aspiring speech-language pathologists (SLPs) must pass this test to achieve ASHA certification. A passing score may also be required to obtain a speech-language pathology license in their state.
An SLP who is certified by ASHA holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), a credential that recognizes they have “voluntarily met rigorous academic and professional standards, typically going beyond the minimum requirements for state licensure.” The Praxis test is facilitated by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).
FAQs About the Praxis Speech Language Pathology Test
- What format is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test? Praxis tests are administered on a computer. For test takers with approved accommodations, other formats are available.
- How long is the Praxis for SLPs? Test takers have 150 minutes to complete the exam.
- How many questions are on the Praxis? There are 132 questions on the Praxis 5331.
How to Study for the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology Test
The curriculum for the Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program from Baylor University’s Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences is extensive, and the school prepares students to take the Praxis 5331 exam.
Study Planner for the Praxis Test for SLPs
To help students make their study schedule, Speech@Baylor created a study progress tracker that includes topics typically covered on the Praxis 5331. ETS recommends that test-takers understand the key characteristics of each major topic, recognize the minor topics, and have some familiarity with the subtopics, according to The Praxis Study Companion for Speech-Language Pathology (PDF, 1.6 MB).
Download the Study Planner for the Praxis Text SLPs (PDF, 201 KB)
To learn more about the test, students may also consult the following resources from ETS and Baylor University:
- Accommodations for Test-Takers with Disabilities or Health-Related Needs: information about applying for accommodations for the Praxis test
- Interpreting Your Praxis Test-Taker Score Report (PDF, 758 KB): guidance for understanding Praxis test scores
- Praxis Test Dates and Centers: timelines for test and delivery dates for Praxis test scores
- Praxis Preparation Materials: study guides and a practice test from ETS, the Praxis facilitator.
- National Speech-Language Pathology Exam Review Course: course developed by the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing and taught annually by scholars, faculty, and certified SLPs and audiologists.
Books to Study for the Praxis Speech Language Pathology Test
In addition to the preparation provided by a degree program, the following books may be helpful in learning how to study for the Praxis 5331 exam. Consider borrowing a copy from a previous test-taker, checking one out from the library, or seeing if your school’s department loans copies to students.
Free or Low-Cost Resources for the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology Test
The following courses, videos, and Praxis speech pathology practice tests are free or low cost and may be useful for students preparing for the exam. Students could also look for resources from fellow test takers on Quizlet, Teachers Pay Teachers, and Pinterest.
- Praxis II Speech-Language Pathology (5331) Practice Test: tips on preparing for the Praxis and recommendations for priced study tools from Mometrix.
- Praxis Test Preparation Webinars: free webinars from the test facilitator about preparing for the exam; “Praxis Test Taker Preparation” is relevant for students scheduled to take the speech-language pathology test.
- Praxis Videos: library of videos about what to expect on test day and navigating the computer-delivered format.
- Speech-Language Pathology (5331) Practice Test: interactive online practice tests; three priced tests are available from ETS.
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