Certification Assessments

To earn a teaching license in Oklahoma, candidates must pass both a subject-area assessment and a pedagogical assessment to demonstrate their expertise and teaching ability. The sections below outline available options and where to register.

Candidates must pass an assessment that evaluates their knowledge in their specific teaching field. Oklahoma accepts:

• Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) – Facilitated by Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators (CEOE). 
  • Register & More Information: www.ceoe.nesinc.com | (866) 565-4893

• Praxis Subject-Area Assessments – Facilitated by the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE). For more information, contact OSDE with the following options:
  • Phone: (405) 521-3337
  • Email: TeacherCertification@sde.ok.gov
  • Website: https://oklahoma.gov/education/services/teacher-certification.html

To demonstrate teaching skills and instructional knowledge, candidates must complete the:

• Assessment of Professional Knowledge (APK) – Available beginning June 3, 2025. This is the primary assessment for new candidates. 
  • Register & More Information: www.ceoe.nesinc.com | (866) 565-4893        

For further details, visit our FAQs.

If you need assistance with assessments, teacher licensure, or score reports, use the table below to find the correct contact and resources.

Still have questions? Check out our FAQs for additional details.