New WAC for School-Age Providers

The School-Age Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 110-301 went live on June 1. There were a number of changes to the WAC, including updates to the qualifications for school-age providers: updates to roles, education requirements, and training requirements. Ongoing updates and communications about qualifications will be sent via the PD Newsletter. Click here to subscribe.

What Does This Mean For You?

• What is changing?
• There are new roles outlined in WAC 110-301. At this time, the MERIT Workforce Registry does not have an option to update your role. DCYF is currently working on this and will notify you when it will be available.
• How will MERIT record my education?
• The education application will remain the same. All 100-level or higher college credit will be counted. If you have college coursework that is not yet recorded, please submit an education application.
• For instructions on how to submit an education application, visit the MERIT webpage and click on the ‘Education Verification’ section.
• If I have already submitted my education, do I need to resubmit it? 
• Education that is verified in the MERIT Workforce Registry does not need to be submitted again. Verified education is coursework that is level 100 or higher.
• How will MERIT track my training?
• Training will be recorded by DCYF recognized state-approved trainers. Providers may also submit a continuing education proposal for training that was completed out of state, at a conference, or with someone other than a state-approved trainer.
• Site directors and program directors will need to complete 10 hours of leadership practice training every 36 months. MERIT will be updated in the future to make this tracking easier.
• Where can I find more information?
• DCYF is developing a new webpage focused on qualifications for school-age providers. This is where we’ll provide information about roles, education, and training. This page will be available soon and we will announce it via the PD Newsletter. Click here to subscribe.
• You can also visit our School-Age providers webpage, which has frequently asked questions about the school-age rules.

Tune Into the June Webinar on School-Age Staff Qualifications

Staff Qualifications for School-Age Programs The DCYF Professional Development team will discuss staff qualifications for school-age programs that were updated with WAC 110-301. During this webinar, we'll cover the following topics in detail:  Understand how to meet the staff qualification requirements for your role and the steps to complete during the timeline for your role. Understand how to complete the training requirements for your role. Quick walk-through of the new qualifications webpage. Tuesday, June 15 | 6 p.m. Register Here

Questions?

If you have any questions about roles, education, and training, contact Diana Stokes.

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