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Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences (5123) Practice Test
The Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences (5123) exam measures the knowledge and professional competencies required for aspiring Family and Consumer Sciences educators. This exam is a key step toward certification for teaching Family and Consumer Sciences at the secondary level.
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Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences (5123) Exam Test Format and Structure
The Family and Consumer Sciences exam contains 120 selected-response questions and has a time limit of 2 hours.
Basic Test Information
- Test Name: Family and Consumer Sciences
- Test Code: 5123
- Number of Questions: 130 selected-response questions
- Time Limit: 130 minutes
- Test Format: Computer-delivered
- Question Types: Selected-response questions (multiple formats)
Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences (5123) Scoring Information
The Praxis® Family and Consumer Sciences exam uses a scaled scoring system, converting your raw score into a scaled score ranging from 100 to 300.
- Typical Passing Score: 153 (varies by state)
- Unofficial Scores: Often available immediately after testing
- Official Score Reports: Typically released within five weeks
The exam fee is $130, and registration is completed through the Educational Testing Service (ETS). You may choose to take the exam remotely or at an approved testing center.

Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences (5123) Exam Outline
The exam is divided into six content categories, each assessing essential knowledge and teaching competencies.
I. Family, Career, and Community Interrelationships (22 questions | 17%)
Topics assessed include:
- Career development through family and consumer sciences
- Consumer economics and family resources
- Family science
II. Wellness, Nutrition, and Food Science (27 questions | 21%)
Topics assessed include:
- Individual and family health and wellness
- The role of food in individual, family, and community wellbeing
- Food production, preparation, and service procedures
III. Human Development and Interpersonal Relationships (23 questions | 18%)
Topics assessed include:
- Human development and instruction
- Early childhood education
- Parenting and interpersonal relationships
IV. Housing, Interior Design, Textiles, and Apparel (16 questions | 12%)
Topics assessed include:
- Housing and interior design in individual and community wellbeing
- Design principles, elements, and theory
- Textiles, fibers, and materials
- Apparel construction, alteration, and repair
V. Business Skills Across Career Pathways (16 questions | 12%)
Topics assessed include:
- Career pathways and entrepreneurship in FCS
- Leadership, ethics, and managerial skills
- Customer service principles
- Human resource management
- Safety, security, and sustainability practices
VI. Professional Teaching Practices (26 questions | 20%)
Topics assessed include:
- Curriculum development
- Instructional strategies
- Laboratory and classroom management

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Exam Registration
To register for the Praxis Family and Consumer Sciences exam:
- Create an online ETS account
- Select your test format (remote or testing center)
- Choose your test date and location
- Pay the $130 exam fee
Test Day Information
In-Person Testing
- Arrive 30 minutes early
- Bring two valid forms of ID (one with a photo)
- Personal items are not permitted in the testing room
- A brief system tutorial is provided before the exam begins
Remote Testing
- Use a non-touchscreen laptop or desktop computer
- Ensure your camera, microphone, and speakers are working
- Download the ETS Secure Test Browser before test day
- Test in a private, clutter-free environment
- The remote proctor will verify your testing setup before starting
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FAQs About Family and Consumer Sciences (5123)
There are 130 selected-response questions on the exam.
The exam has a 130-minute time limit.
Passing scores vary by state, but most states require a score of 153.
The examination fee is $130.