PDFWAC 388-71-1120

How must competency test administration be standardized?

To standardize competency test administration, testing must include the following components:
(1) The person teaching the course must administer or supervise the administration of all testing; and
(2) The tester must follow the DSHS guidelines for:
(a) The maximum length of time allowed for testing;
(b) The amount and nature of instruction given to students before beginning a test;
(c) The amount of assistance to students allowed during testing;
(d) The accommodation guidelines for students with disabilities; and
(e) Accessibility guidelines for students with limited English proficiency.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.20.270, 70.128.230, 74.08.090, 74.39A.070, and 74.39A.074. WSR 23-01-022, § 388-71-1120, filed 12/9/22, effective 1/9/23. Statutory Authority: RCW 74.08.090, 74.09.520. WSR 13-02-023, § 388-71-1120, filed 12/20/12, effective 1/20/13.]