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* 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.
* You can choose to take a C&T quiz to fulfill the C&T course requirement.
After January 1, 2026, you will need to take the C&T course* 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.
* You can choose to take a C&T quiz to fulfill the C&T course requirement.
CATEGORY REQUIREMENTS
Look up your categories for additional requirements. License type requirements also apply.
| The C&T Course |
|---|
What is the C&T course?
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| 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 | |
