Private Career Schools

The Workforce Board licenses and regulates more than 300 private career schools doing business in the state of Washington. The agency also investigates student complaints and administers a fund that reimburses students affected by a school closure.

Information for Students

Looking for a School?
Before you choose a private career school, check to be sure it's licensed with the state. View our current list of licensed schools.

• Choosing a private career school
• Review over 5,000 Washington programs
• List of licensed private career schools
• Obtaining federal aid
• Complaints
• Veteran information

Request a Transcript

• Request a transcript from a closed school in Washington

Is Your School Closed?

• List of closed schools (transcripts available)
• What you should know if your school closes
• Workforce Board policy on closed schools

Commercial Truck Driving Schools

• List of approved programs
• Washington Safety Record Guide (PDF)

Information for School Administrators

• Apply to be on the Eligible Training Provider list
• Private Career School Advisory Committee
• State Law (RCW)
• State Regulations (WAC)

Consumer Alert--Make sure school is licensed

Recent School Closures

• American Institute of Medical Careers-Spokane

Veterans Programs
The Workforce Board approves programs offered at public and private educational institutions in Washington for veterans and those eligible for GI Bill education benefits.Only approved programs can receive educational benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Find out more about how we oversee veterans education programs.