Washington Educator Skills Tests™ (WEST™)

The Washington Educator Skills Tests (WEST) program has been developed by the Washington Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) as a means of assessing the basic skills and content knowledge of prospective teachers applying to educator preparation programs and applicants for residency certification in Washington State. The Washington Educator Skills Tests—Endorsements™ (WEST–E™) measure the content knowledge required of candidates seeking an endorsement to a Washington teaching certificate and are fully aligned with the state's teacher endorsement competencies and Essential Academic Learning Requirements. The PESB has contracted with Pearson to assist in the development, administration, and scoring of the WEST.

Manage your exam appointment

Visit the WEST website to register, pay for your exam, and schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. Appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability may vary.