Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (5331) — Free Online Mock Test
Praxis · ~132 selected-response. Foundations & professional practice, screening/assessment, and intervention across articulation, language, fluency, voice & swallowing. · Official language: English.
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam at a glance
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Praxis Speech-Language Pathology key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | ETS (Praxis) — the exam is used by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and state licensure boards |
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| Official website | ets.org/praxis ↗ |
| Mode | The Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test (5331) — the national examination adopted by ASHA for certification in speech-language pathology. Passing it is required for ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) and is used by state boards for licensure. It is taken by those in or completing a master’s degree in speech-language pathology. |
| Frequency | Offered year-round by appointment (computer-delivered). |
| Scoring & marking | The computer-delivered test has 132 selected-response (multiple-choice) questions in 150 minutes, spanning foundations, professional practice and application across the speech-language pathology practice areas. It is reported on a 100–200 scaled score, and the ASHA-required passing score is 162. |
| Score validity | For ASHA certification, Praxis results must be no more than 5 years old at the time of application; state boards may set their own score-age rules. |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for Praxis Speech-Language Pathology?
No formal ETS prerequisite to sit, but it is designed for candidates completing a master’s degree in speech-language pathology (the CCC-SLP also requires the graduate degree and supervised clinical experience).
Last verified July 2026 against ETS — Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (5331). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology section breakdown
The Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q)
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: Praxis Speech-Language Pathology has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (pass 700/1000).
How Praxis Speech-Language Pathology is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology time strategy
With 18 questions in 150 minutes, you have about 500 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Praxis Speech-Language Pathology, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q)
- SLP — language · 5
- Professional · 3
- Acoustics · 2
- SLP — motor speech · 2
- SLP — articulation · 1
- SLP — fluency · 1
- SLP — acquired · 1
- SLP — swallowing · 1
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Praxis · ~132 selected-response. Foundations & professional practice, screening/assessment, and intervention across articulation, language, fluency, voice & swallowing. · Official language: English.
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Expert take: what Praxis Speech-Language Pathology really tests
The Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test (5331), from ETS, is the national exam adopted by ASHA for certification in speech-language pathology. It has 132 selected-response questions in 150 minutes, computer-delivered, spanning the SLP practice areas. It is reported on a 100–200 scaled score with an ASHA-required passing score of 162, and is used for the CCC-SLP and state licensure; results must be no more than five years old at ASHA application.
Preparation tips
- Study across all practice areas — from speech sound production to swallowing.
- Use the official ETS study companion for test 5331.
- Target the ASHA passing score of 162 on the 100–200 scale.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sitting the test too early — results expire five years before ASHA application.
- Neglecting professional-practice and ethics content.
Praxis Speech-Language Pathology study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- 132 selected-response questions in 150 minutes
- Scaled 100–200, ASHA passing score 162
- Designed for master’s-level SLP candidates
- Speech, language, fluency, voice and swallowing
- Assessment and intervention
- Professional practice and ethics
- Full-length Praxis 5331 practice
- Use the ETS study companion
- Target the 162 passing score
Where Praxis Speech-Language Pathology can take you
A strong Praxis Speech-Language Pathology result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- ASHA CCC-SLP & licensure
- 5-year score window
Best books & official prep for Praxis Speech-Language Pathology
- Praxis SLP (5331) study companion — ETS
- SLP review guides & practice tests — Various
Official practice: Prepare from the official ETS study companion for test 5331; target the ASHA passing score of 162 on the 100–200 scale.
Previous-year papers: ETS provides a study companion and practice materials.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam pattern?
- Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (5331) contains 18 questions across 1 section: Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q). Total duration is 150 minutes (about 500 seconds per question).
- Does Praxis Speech-Language Pathology have negative marking?
- No — Praxis Speech-Language Pathology has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Praxis Speech-Language Pathology scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise Praxis Speech-Language Pathology online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Praxis Speech-Language Pathology?
- Praxis Speech-Language Pathology is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Praxis · ~132 selected-response. Foundations & professional practice, screening/assessment, and intervention across articulation, language, fluency, voice & swallowing. · Official language: English.
- How long is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam?
- Praxis Speech-Language Pathology runs for 150 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Praxis Speech-Language Pathology?
- Praxis Speech-Language Pathology is split into: Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Praxis · ~132 selected-response. Foundations & professional practice, screening/assessment, and intervention across articulation, language, fluency, voice & swallowing. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during Praxis Speech-Language Pathology?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test adaptive?
- No — Praxis Speech-Language Pathology is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Praxis Speech-Language Pathology variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 900 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Praxis Speech-Language Pathology test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Praxis Speech-Language Pathology previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 18-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology syllabus?
- The Praxis Speech-Language Pathology syllabus maps to its 1 section: Praxis Speech-Language Pathology (18 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Praxis Speech-Language Pathology?
- No formal ETS prerequisite to sit, but it is designed for candidates completing a master’s degree in speech-language pathology (the CCC-SLP also requires the graduate degree and supervised clinical experience). Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Praxis Speech-Language Pathology practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free Praxis Speech-Language Pathology mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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