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Pass (and pay for) your licensure exams!

You’re ready to become a teacher, and that means you need to take your licensure exams. TeachNC, with funding allocated by Governor Roy Cooper, is offering up to $500 to help you pay for and pass the tests!

Get Your $500
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Don’t let testing throw you off course!

Whether you’re finishing your teaching program, starting one, or already teaching with a temporary license – you'll need to pass North Carolina licensure exams. We’re here to help!

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We’re offering current and future North Carolina teachers (like you!) up to $500 to help you cross the finish line. 

You can:

  • Get unlimited access to Praxis test prep materials through Study.com.
  • Request a Praxis voucher so you can register for the test for free. This includes if you need to retake the exam!
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Cashing in is easy…

Whatever you need – we’ve got you covered, up to $500. We'll help you keep that money in your pocket!
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    Get free Praxis test prep

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    You can apply $50 (of your total $500) to get a Study.com license — at no cost to you!

    1. Click the button below to fill out the Study.com questionnaire.
    2. Receive an email with your Study.com access code.
    3. Head over to Study.com to jump into your free test prep!

    Wondering which exam you need to take? Check out the details here!

    Get Your Test Prep
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    Receive a Praxis voucher

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    Whether it’s your first time taking the test or you need a retake — request a voucher to cover $100 or more of exam fees. Get ready to rock the Praxis! 

    Get Your Praxis Voucher

Learn More About Teaching Tests

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Not sure which test to take? Want more study tools and tips? Need general testing info?

We've got a guide for that! Check out the TeachNC Licensure Test Guide for everything from how to register to what to expect on test day.

Get the Guide

Future teachers, we’ve got you covered.

Teachers change lives — especially teachers who share their unique backgrounds, identities and passions with students. That’s you! And we’re here to help guide you through it with the help of our partners in North Carolina and across the country.
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