The Praxis® Core Math prep test (5733) is ideal for anyone looking to enter a teacher preparation program or to become certified to teach. We will help you improve your skills, confidence, and score, all of which increase your chance of admission into the teacher preparation program of your choice! 

Receive 15 hours of expert classroom instruction on the Core Math section of the Praxis.  This comprehensive course includes a review of the mathematical concepts tested on the Praxis and prepares you for the questions typically seen on this test.

The Praxis Core Math Prep Class includes expert instruction, a proven format, all required course materials, and online support resources in one convenient, affordable package.   

Praxis Core Verbal Prep Classes

The Praxis Core Reading (5713 and Writing (5723) test prep will be a comprehensive course including an overview of the reading skills snd writing conventions tested on the Praxis Core Reading & Writing Exams and prepares you for the questions typically seen on these tests.


Northern Michigan University Praxis Prep Classes Offer: 

Expert Instructors: Our test-prep instructors are highly trained professionals.  Our experienced instructors know the Praxis and care about helping you achieve your goal. 

Proven Strategies: Northern Michigan University’s curriculum was developed by test-prep experts, who have years of experience writing exam questions and preparing students for success. 

Superior Materials: The Praxis Core Prep Classes includes a course workbook that provides topic review, strategy modeling, and sample questions for practice. 

Online Support: Our online support package for Praxis classes includes access to recordings of all class modules, an instructor-monitored question forum, targeted skills practice, and online office hours. Access to online resources continues for 120 days after your last day of class, so you will still have support for your independent practice after class is over. 

Convenient Scheduling: Live-online classes provide alternative schedules and the added benefit of taking the class from anywhere in the world. 

Value: The course fee includes all course materials, access to online resources, and instruction from a trained professional who cares about your success. 

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PRAXIS Prep Class Schedule

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Watch for more dates to come for 2024      

*All classes are online at this time.


Why Should You Take the Northern Michigan University Praxis Core Prep Classes? 

The Northern Michigan University Praxis Core Math Prep Class is ideal for anyone looking to enter a teacher preparation program or to become certified to teach. Our Praxis Core preparation curriculum is a program developed by experts. You’ll receive 15 hours of targeted instruction to help you fully prepare for the Math section of the Praxis Core.

There is also a comprehensive course for the Verbal section of the Praxis Core test that help you master strategies to improve your Praxis Verbal score with the help of experienced test preparation instructors who care about your success.  


Convenient Online Scheduling! 

Praxis Core Prep Classes are offered live online, giving you the option to choose the schedule that works best for you. Enjoy the flexibility of attending class from anywhere or at any time. Our virtual classroom provides you with the opportunity to interact in real-time with our expert instructors and to re-watch the recordings of your class sessions at your convenience for up to 120 days after the course ends. 

System Requirements: 

The live-online Praxis Core Prep Classes are offered online using Adobe Connect, a free browser plug-in. You need only a high-speed internet connection and speakers or headphones. 
Course materials will be delivered directly to your home. We recommend registering at least four (4) business days in advance of the class start date to ensure timely delivery of your student package.  

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Praxis Core Prep Class Session Information 

Topics for Math Include: 

  •  Strategies for determining what the question is asking
  •  Approaches to math questions presented in abstract form
  •  Tactics for translating difficult real-world word problems into algebraic expressions or equations
  •  Review of the mathematical concepts tested on the Praxis Core Math (5733)

Topics for Verbal Include:

  • Recognizing and correcting written communication errors that typically appear on the test.
  • Correctly using and citing outside resources in research essays.
  • Writing an organized, coherent essay in a limited time.
  • Skimming longer passages for key information
  • Scanning for key words in passages to locate relevant information.
  • Identifying and answering the types of reading comprehension questions that typically appear on the test.

Praxis Core Math Prep Class Syllabus 

Session 1: Praxis Core Math: Introduction; Number and Relative Value;  

Session 2: Charts and Graphs; Evaluating Expressions; Equations and Inequalities

Session 3: Fractions; Word Problems

Session 4: Word Problems (cont.); Geometry;

Session 5: Geometry (cont.); Coordinate Geometry and Functions; Statistics and Probability 

About Our Program 

Northern Michigan University's Test Prep program is partnered with Educational Testing Consultants, a leader in higher education test preparation. Each year, Educational Testing Consultants helps thousands of students at major colleges and universities across the United States prepare for standardized testing.  Educational Testing Consultants provides a proven program with a record of success and highly trained, top-quality instructors.  


Request a Custom Praxis Prep Class or Presentation 

NMU Test Prep also offers customized Praxis Prep programs for schools, nonprofit organizations, and community groups. If you are an academic advisor, program director, admissions department, or community leader and would like details about our custom programs or would like to request a presentation, please call our professional staff at (906) 227-2103 or email us at conteduc@nmu.edu