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Criteria for Scholarship Eligibility

Are you a center provider AND…?

If you meet the following criteria, you may be eligible for scholarship, on a space available basis:

  • Are employed, not volunteering, in a WA State licensed child care center.
  • Work at least 30 hours per week (15-29 hours per week for school-age care providers).
  • Have worked at your current center for at least 6 months.
  • Plans to pursue a CDA, ECE certificate, or ECE Associates Degree at a WA State community or technical college.

Are you a family child care provider AND…?

  • Are employed, not volunteering, in a WA State licensed family child care home.
  • Work at least 30 hours per week (15-29 hours per week for school-age care providers).
  • Have operated your family child care business for at least 6 months.
  • Plans to pursue a CDA, ECE certificate, or ECE Associates Degree at a WA State community or technical college.

Do you need a scholarship for the $325.00 CDA Assessment fee AND…?

  • Are employed, not volunteering, in a WA state licensed family child care home.
  • Work at least 30 hours per week (15-29 hours per week for school-age care providers).
  • Have worked at your current center for at least 3 months.
  • Have completed CDA course work through a community or technical college or a community based organization.

If you would like an application or have any questions regarding your eligibility, please e-mail scholarships@childcarenet.org or call us toll free at 1-866-308-3224.