Education Requirement in WAC
The outdoor nature-based child care professional must meet specific education requirements for their role, as outlined in WAC 110-302-0100. The requirements vary depending on the type of child care setting. To find out what education is needed for your job role, review the General Staff Qualifications Chart for Outdoor Nature-Based programs.
Early Childhood Education Stackable Certificates
If your job role requires specific education, consider the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Washington State Stackable Certificates. These certificates build on each other, leading to an associate degree in ECE and beyond. They are available statewide, both in person and online.
Review the Washington State Stackable Certificates guide to learn more.
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Equivalents
Equivalents offer alternative ways to meet the education requirement in WAC. Refer to the Outdoor Nature-Based Equivalents guide for a full list of options available to ONB providers and programs.
