How to Comply with C&T Changes

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How to comply with the C&T Changes

For more information, call toll-free 877-301-4555 or email pestlicenseupdates@agr.wa.gov.

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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.

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.

C&T Course / Quiz

Find out more about the C&T course and quiz options to meet most of the new requirements.

Need to take an exam? Visit our Exams and Study Materials page to learn about exam procedures and where to find study manuals.

Do you supervise unlicensed applicators using federal RUPs?

"Using" a federal restricted use pesticide includes mixing, loading, transporting, disposing of, and applying pesticides. Refer to RCW 17.21.020 for a full definition of "use" as in to "use a pesticide".

The C&T rule change includes additional requirements for this supervision which will be effective January 1, 2026.

Make sure to review these requirements

View Direct Supervision Requirements

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

*Will be in a new recertification cycle when new rules are effective.

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