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DCA provides support, oversight, and solutions to boards and bureaus that regulate California professionals.

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05/25/2026

DCA honors Americans who selflessly gave their lives in military service.

05/15/2026

Considering hiring a professional in California? First, verify their license is current and in good standing at search.dca.ca.gov or call the Consumer Information Center at (800) 952-5210.

05/08/2026

As Public Service Recognition Week wraps up, we’re excited to share our final spotlight video. Meet Lisa Snelling, a Lead Analyst with the Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board. Lisa helps license applicants get off to a strong start and works to improve services for California consumers. Thank you, Lisa—and thank you to the thousands of DCA employees who serve the Golden State every day!

05/08/2026

Next up in our Public Service Recognition Week video series is Marie Gouthier, a Personnel Liaison with the California Bureau of Household Goods and Services. Marie empowers her DCA teammates every day so they can better serve millions of California consumers. Thank you for your dedication and service, Marie!

05/08/2026

Our next Public Service Recognition Week video features Sue Lo, a Certification Analyst with the Arbitration Certification Program. Sue’s dedication helps California consumers resolve challenges and access the support they need. Thank you for your outstanding service to our state, Sue!

05/08/2026

Today’s first Public Service Recognition Week video is from Hailey Jennings, an Office Assistant with the Respiratory and Care Board! Find out what she finds meaningful in her public service at DCA and how she helps California’s consumers every day. Thank you for your service, Hailey!

05/07/2026

We’re keeping the momentum going forward with Public Service Recognition Week!
Up next: Cole Gandelman from the California Bureau of Automotive Repair. Cole’s dedication helps protect Californians and makes our roads safer every day.

05/07/2026

DCA is proud to celebrate Public Service Recognition Week! Today and tomorrow we’re spotlighting a just few of our thousands of dedicated employees who make California a better place every day.
Meet Nikki Judge from the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services and hear how her public service makes a difference for people all across the Golden State.

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04/24/2026
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Headquarters: 1625 N Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA
95834

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm