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WASHINGTON EDUCATOR SKILLS TEST - BASIC (WEST-B)


The State of Washington requires all individuals who receive a residency teaching certificate pass the Washington Education Skills Test - Basic (WEST-B). The WEST-B consists of three separate subtests: reading, mathematics, and writing. A student must pass all three sections of the WEST-B test before beginning the Methods Quarter. For information on test locations, fees, registration, and study guides, please visit the WEST-B web site by
www.west.nesinc.com.

 

WASHINGTON EDUCATOR SKILLS TEST - ENDORSEMENT (WEST-E)

To receive a teaching certificate in the State of Washington, a candidate must pass the WEST-E test in their endorsement. Seattle Pacific University offers endorsements in the following areas:



  • Bilingual**
  • Elementary Education
  • English Language Learners
  • English/Language Arts
  • Family and Consumer Science
  • Health and Fitness
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Middle Level Humanities
  • Middle Level Math
  • Middle Level Science

 

Music (3 endorsements)

  • Chorale
  • General
  • Instrumental

       Sciences (5 endorsements)

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Science
  • Physics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Special Education
  • Theater Arts
  • Visual Arts

       World Languages**

  • Designated World Languages
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • SPU Supported

      

        

Teacher Candidates being recommended for a Residency Teacher Certificate, which includes at least one endorsement, must meet the following criteria:

  • Pass the WEST-E in the endorsement area (s). Information regarding WEST-E tests and registration can be found at www.west.nesinc.com.
  • Complete required endorsement content and methods coursework.
  • Satisfactorily complete the certification program.

**Students wishing to be endorsed in Bilingual Education or one of the World Languages must also take and receive a high enough proficiency on the ACTFL tests. This is in addition to the Bilingual and Designated World Languages West-E. More information about ACTFL testing and registration can be found at www.languagetesting.com.

 

 

 

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