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As of January 1, 2014, edTPA® is a requirement for graduates of Washington educator preparation programs to earn state certification. Learn more about edTPA. 
What tests do I need to take? Read about which tests are required for teacher certification in Washington.
Information about each test. Get specific information about a test, including when and where you can take the test, and access preparation materials by selecting the test from the following table.
National Evaluation Series™ (NES®) Tests
The following NES tests may be used to fulfill the requirement for candidates applying for endorsements on Washington residency teaching certificates.
| Test Code | Test |
|---|---|
| 503 | Art |
| 305 | Biology |
| 306 | Chemistry |
| 315 | Computer Science |
| 101 | Early Childhood Education |
| 307 | Earth and Space Science |
| 102/103 | Elementary Education (Subtests I and II) |
| 301 | English Language Arts |
| 104 | Essential Components of Elementary Reading Instruction |
| 311 | General Science |
| 304 | Mathematics |
| 204 | Middle Grades General Science |
| 203 | Middle Grades Mathematics |
| 504 | Music |
| 308 | Physics |
Washington Educator Skills Test–Basic® (WEST–B®)
| Test Code | Test |
|---|---|
| 095/096/097 | WEST–B: Reading, Writing, Mathematics |
