Washington HB1648 delays certification requirements for child care providers and introduces a work equivalency option.

Washington HB1648 responds to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the child care industry by delaying certification requirements for child care providers. The bill introduces a work equivalency option for those with at least three years of experience in a licensed child care setting. Additionally, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families is required to implement a noncredit-bearing, community-based training pathway for licensed child care providers.

Washington HB1648 delays certification requirements for child care providers and introduces a work equivalency option.

Washington HB1648 responds to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the child care industry by delaying certification requirements for child care providers. The bill introduces a work equivalency option for those with at least three years of experience in a licensed child care setting. Additionally, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families is required to implement a noncredit-bearing, community-based training pathway for licensed child care providers.