Does the Washington board audit teaching (k-12) CE compliance?

No audit process appears in the available data — keep your certificates regardless, since boards can request proof at renewal.

Washington Teaching (K-12) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a continuing certificate misses CE requirements in Washington, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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A lapsed certificate may be reinstated; WAC 392-194-002 provides that reinstatement applicants are not charged a late fee, and the $35 late fee takes effect only on January 2, 2030.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Washington Administrative Code 392-194-002

Full requirements: Washington Teaching (K-12) CE requirements
When it's due: Washington Teaching (K-12) license renewal deadline
Know what counts: Washington Teaching (K-12) CE category requirements
What it costs: Washington Teaching (K-12) license renewal fees

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Washington Teaching (K-12) CE audits & penalties

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