***IMPORTANT INFORMATION***
Starting April 1, 2020, and until further notice, all in-person “What About The Children” Parent Seminars are converting to email-only participation. We apologize for the inconvenience and wish everyone safety and good health.
Please do not come to the courthouse in person; the class is by email only. There is no "online" component, and you do not need to sign into EventBrite to access the materials. You may read the materials in the comfort of your own home on your own schedule as there is not a time limit to complete the reading, although two weeks is a recommended time frame.
If you do not have access to a computer and would like paper copies of the materials mailed to you through the US Postal Service, please send an email to
Please register as you normally would for the Parent Seminar. If you are in need of a fee waiver, please email us at
Materials will be emailed on the day of your scheduled class or shortly thereafter. Please be patient as we implement this new system.
Please read all the materials carefully as they include an instruction letter that tells you how you receive your certificate of completion. When you complete the necessary steps, we will issue your certificate. A copy will be emailed to you for your personal records. The original certificate will be filed with King County Superior Court unless your case is in another jurisdiction or you do not have a case number yet.
If you have questions or concerns, please email them to
Cost/Payment·
The cost for this class is $40.00 plus any applicable fees. The cost can be waived or reduced based on your income. Please see the FAQ section below for fee reduction guidelines. ·
Please email the class coordinators at
Fees are waived per person if your after-tax income is less than 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or you receive TANF or Food Stamps.
Fees are reduced to $10.00 per person if your after-tax (net) income is less than $20,000.00 and is above 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see table below). You must provide proof of your income. Acceptable proof of income includes current Tax Returns; Pay stubs or Unemployment stubs.
Fees are reduced to $5.00 per person if you are receiving SSI, SSDI, or other public benefits and your income is above 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see table below). You must provide proof of your benefits. Acceptable proof of benefits includes current ProviderOne Services card; Proof of state health insurance; SSI or SSDI.
No, parties are strictly prohibited from attending the same Parent Seminar session. If both parties are registered for the same Parent Seminar, the party that register second will be contacted to reschedule.
There are no fees for interpreters. If you are requesting an interpreter, you must select a date at least two weeks from the date of registering. Please complete the interpreter section of the registration form to indicate the language needed. After making an interpreter request via Eventbrite, please immediately email ParentSeminar@kingcounty.gov to confirm your interpreter request has been received. Interpreters are NOT available for classes starting at before 8 AM or classes starting after 4PM.
You can receive a refund until 1 day prior to the class.
The Parent Seminar is 3 hours and 15 minutes long.
Please Contact the Class Coordinator at: