Child Care Health Resource Library

DCYF's Child Care and Early Learning Licensing Guidebook is organized around the seven major WAC sections: 

• Intent and Authority
• Child Outcomes
• Family Engagement and Partnerships
• Professional Development, Training and Requirements
• Environment
• Interactions and Curriculum
• Program Administration and Oversight

The guidebook is translated into multiple languages. 

For questions, email dcyf.communications@dcyf.wa.gov.

June 2025 update: DCYF is reviewing the guidebook.

The Imagine Institute offers trainings for: 

• Licensed family child care providers (FCC)
• Family, friends, and neighbors (FFN)
• Substitute teachers
• Child care center directors and staff

All of the Imagine trainings are Washington state-approved and free. Cash incentives are offered for FCC and FFN providers. Trainings may be offered in Spanish and Somali--contact Imagine for more information.

Training topics include: 

• Anti-racist early childhood education
• Special needs
• STEM
• Strengthening business practices
• Child Care Basics 30-hour training
• CPR / First Aid
• and more

Tip: Webpage can be translated into Spanish

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) has created a Family Separation Rapid Response Team Resource flyer that lists trusted resources for families at risk of separation due to immigration-related detention or deportation. It includes links to sample immigrant safety plans, school guidance, community partners, legal supports, and information on Knowing Your Rights and training.

It is available in multiple languages on the DCYF website: Resources for Families Impacted by Immigration-Related Concerns.

For information about the Family Separation Rapid Response Team or to sign up to

King County's Child Care Health Program presents a guide for cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting toys to reduce the spread of germs in child care settings.

Downloadable material is available in Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Oromo, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents a printable cleaning schedule to help child care providers maintain a hygienic environment.

Downloadable material is available in Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents diapering guidelines to help child care providers maintain sanitary practices and prevent the spread of germs. The webpage includes step-by-step instructions, hygiene tips, and printable procedures for safe diaper changing.

Downloadable material is available in Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Oromo, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents a printable "Please Remove Your Shoes" sign to promote cleaner indoor environments in child care settings.

Downloadable material is available in English, Somali, and Spanish.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents a variety of nutrition videos which provide visual education and information for child care staff and families. Topics range from infant feeding to healthy meals and snacks following USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, and much more.

Videos available in Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Somali and Spanish.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents guidance on preventing choking in young children during meals and snacks.

Downloadable material is available in Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Oromo, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

King County's Child Care Health Program presents guidance on safe and effective toothbrushing practices in child care settings to promote oral health that includes tips on hygiene, supervision, and preventing the spread of germs during group brushing routines.

Downloadable PDFs are available in Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), English, Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.