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DCYF Child Care and Early Learning Licensing Guidebook

DCYF's Child Care and Early Learning Licensing Guidebook is organized around the seven major WAC sections: 

  • Intent and Authority
  • Child Outcomes
  • Family Engagement and Partnerships
  • Professional Development, Training and Requirements
  • Environment
  • Interactions and Curriculum
  • Program Administration and Oversight

The guidebook is translated into multiple languages. 

For questions, email dcyf.communications@dcyf.wa.gov.

June 2025 update: DCYF is reviewing the guidebook.