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:

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.