Is this parenting class approved for California Superior Courts?

Yes. This 4-hour parent education curriculum is designed to meet the educational mandates often ordered under California Family Code Section 3190. Your official certificate of completion is widely accepted by California Superior Courts, including Los Angeles (LASC), San Diego, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.

Who is required to take a California co-parenting class?

In California, family court judges frequently order parents involved in contested child custody, visitation disputes, or high-conflict divorces to complete a co-parenting or divorce education class to help minimize the emotional impact on minor children.

Can I take the California parenting class online?

Yes, unless your judge or mediator has explicitly ordered you to take an in-person class, California Superior Courts widely accept 100% online courses from credentialed mental health professionals that meet the mandated hour requirement.

Can I take the class with my ex-partner?

No. In cases of contested custody or domestic disputes, courts highly recommend that each parent complete the course individually to ensure a safe, conflict-free learning environment.

How do I submit my certificate to the California family court?

Upon completing the 4-hour course, your official Certificate of Completion is instantly generated as a PDF. You can download and e-file this certificate directly with your local Superior Court Clerk or provide it to your family law attorney.

California Family Code Sec. 3190 Compliant

California Court Ordered Parenting Class

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Your judge or mediator expects compliance before your next custody hearing. Don’t waste time and money on rigid in-person classes in California traffic when you can complete your requirement entirely online.

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Take the 4-Hour Class

Enroll today. The curriculum is completely online. Complete your required 4 hours of educational engagement in one sitting or break it up over several days to fit your schedule.

Download Instant Certificate

Our course provides unlimited, no-fail review of the material. Once your 4 hours are complete and you pass the brief quiz, your official Certificate of Completion generates instantly as a PDF.

e-File With Superior Court

Download your certificate and provide it to your family law attorney, or upload it directly through the California e-File portal to submit it to your local Superior Court Clerk.

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Tailored to Your Family’s Unique Needs

We offer four fully-approved variations of the Co-Parenting Education Course, designed to respect your cultural and personal background while meeting California standards.

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Our evidence-based clinical curriculum. Focuses heavily on shielding children from conflict, managing parallel parenting, and navigating California joint custody agreements.

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Integrates Christian principles of grace, forgiveness, and healing alongside the clinically-backed tools for stabilizing the family unit post-separation.

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An affirming curriculum tailored for LGBTQ+ families. Addresses unique co-parenting dynamics, community resources, and non-traditional family structures in California.

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Nuestro curso de 4 horas completamente traducido al español. Cumple con los requisitos educativos ordenados por las Cortes Superiores de California.

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Guaranteed Acceptance Across CA Superior Courts

Whether your custody case is in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Riverside, or anywhere else in California, our curriculum fulfills the court-ordered requirements often mandated under California Family Code Section 3190.

Meets CA Standards: Covers essential topics regarding high-conflict co-parenting, child emotional development, and effective communication.

Avoid Hearing Delays: Instant certification ensures you can file with the Superior Court Clerk well before your next scheduled hearing or mediation.

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Course Architect & Instructor

Meet Kristen Franzen

Licensed Mental Health Counselor NCC License #1727660

When a California judge orders you to take an educational intervention to stabilize your family, the credentials of your instructor matter. Kristen Franzen is a highly experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).

Unlike generic, uncredentialed course affiliates, Kristen brings deep clinical expertise in family dynamics, childhood emotional development, and high-conflict resolution. She designed this curriculum to not only guarantee your court compliance in California but to genuinely equip you with the practical tools needed to protect your children’s well-being.

California Parenting Class FAQs

Why did the California judge order me to take this class?

In California family courts, judges and mediators frequently order parents to take a co-parenting or divorce education class when there are disputes over child custody and visitation. The goal is to reduce conflict, improve communication between parents, and protect the best interests of the minor children involved.

Is this accepted in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County?

Yes. Because our curriculum is developed and overseen by a licensed mental health professional, it is widely accepted by Superior Courts throughout California, including major jurisdictions like Los Angeles (LASC), San Diego, Orange County, and Riverside.

Do my ex-partner and I have to take the class together?

No. In fact, in cases of high-conflict divorce or contested custody, California courts strongly prefer that you do not. Each parent must register for and complete the course individually. You do not need to use the same provider or complete the course at the same time.

What is the deadline to complete the class?

Your specific deadline will be explicitly stated on the court order issued by your judge or mediator. Typically, you are expected to complete the course and file your certificate well before your next scheduled custody hearing or mediation session.

Will the court accept a digital PDF certificate?

Yes. California Superior Courts fully accept the digital PDF certificates generated by our platform. You can easily provide it to your attorney, or upload it directly through the California e-Filing system to submit it to your local court clerk.

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