Computer-Based Testing

The following WEST tests and subtests will be offered only on computer, beginning in November 2011:

• WEST–E Elementary Education Subtest 1: Mathematics, Science, Health/Fitness (005)
• WEST–E Elementary Education Subtest 2: English Language Arts, Social Studies, the Arts (006)
• WEST–E English Language Arts (020)
• WEST–E Health/Fitness (029)
• WEST–E Mathematics (026)
• WEST–E Social Studies (028)

Test schedule. Computer-based administrations of these tests are offered in six-day testing windows, twelve times per program year, and at up to three sessions per day, Monday through Saturday (excluding holidays). Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The last paper-based test administration of these examinations was held on September 17, 2011.

Test locations. WEST computer-based testing (CBT) is available at more than 225 Pearson Professional Centers throughout the United States and its territories (e.g., Puerto Rico), as well as at over 30 international test centers, including in Canada and Mexico. Current testing centers in Washington are located in the cities of Bellingham, Kennewick, Lacey, Seattle, Spokane, Vancouver, Walla Walla, and Yakima, with nearby centers in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Canada.

Registration. Registration for computer-based testing is available only on the Internet by selecting "Register Now" on the WEST Web site. The following guidelines apply to computer-based testing registration:

• There is a $35 registration processing fee for computer-based testing, in addition to the test fee. See "Test Fees and Payment Policies" for complete information.
• Once you have registered, if you would like to change your test selection you must withdraw your registration and register again. (See "Test Selection" for more information about test sessions and registration.)
• You should plan to register as early as possible before your desired testing window. Test appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• You must wait 45 calendar days after taking a computer-based test/subtest before retaking the same test/subtest on computer.

Test administration. In computer-based testing, examinees complete the tests by selecting answers on-screen to multiple-choice items and typing responses to writing prompts, if applicable. See "Reporting to the Test Site," "What to Bring to the Test Site," and "Test Site Rules" for details about the day of the test, including information about identification and security policies.

Score reporting. Test results will be posted on the WEST Web site on the score report date for the testing window. See "Test Dates" for score report dates and "Release of Your Test Scores" for additional information on score reporting.

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