Washington Adoption Instructions are instructions that guide adoptive parents through the adoption process in the state of Washington. These instructions provide information on the legal requirements for adoption in Washington, and the steps that must be taken in order to complete an adoption. The instructions cover topics such as the types of adoption available, the process of becoming an adoptive parent, home studies, background checks, and the termination of parental rights. There are two types of Washington Adoption Instructions: those for agency-assisted adoptions, and those for independent adoptions. In agency-assisted adoptions, the adoption is handled by an agency, and the instructions cover topics such as the adoption agreement, the home study, and the placement of the child. In independent adoptions, there are additional requirements, such as a private adoption agreement and a home study.