| WHO NEEDS TO TEST? |
|---|
| Some license and category types will need to take new exams to meet the updated standards. Review the Who Needs to Test chart to see if you will have to test in addition to taking the specialty credit to maintain your license. |
How to comply with the C&T Changes
For more information, call toll-free 877-301-4555 or email pestlicenseupdates@agr.wa.gov.
The new C&T rules begin January 1, 2026.
After January 1, 2026, you will need to take the C&T course or quiz before the end of your recertification cycle.
Some licensees will need to take new exams. You must still meet your regular recertification requirement.
Use the License Requirements and Category Requirements resources below to find out what to do.
After January 1, 2026, you will need to take the C&T course or quiz before the end of your recertification cycle.
Some licensees will need to take new exams. You must still meet your regular recertification requirement.
Use the License Requirements and Category Requirements resources below to find out what to do.
License Requirements
Look up your license type to see how to comply with the C&T changes. Category requirements also apply.
Category Requirements
Look up your categories for additional requirements. License type requirements also apply.
When do you need to meet C&T requirements?
| If your current cycle is: | You need to meet the requirements by: |
|---|---|
| 2021-2025* | 12/31/2030 |
| 2022-2026 | 12/31/2026 |
| 2023-2027 | 12/31/2027 |
| 2024-2028 | 12/31/2028 |
| 2025-2029 | 12/31/2029 |
| 2026-2030 | 12/31/2030 |
| C&T IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE | |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | Proposed statute changes presented at 2023 legislative session |
| April 2023 | SB 5330 passed and signed |
| October 2023 | Began rule change process |
| October 2025* | Anticipated completion of rule change process. Effective date January 1, 2026 See C&T Rulemaking page for more details about the process. |
| January 1, 2026 | New rules effective. Phased implementation. |
| December 31, 2030 | All WA licensees expected to meet new requirements. |
| *Subject to change | |
