After you complete the Florida Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course and final no-fail quiz, your certificate of completion is available for download. The certificate is your proof that you completed the required four-hour parenting class.
The course is online and self-paced, so you can complete it when your schedule allows. If you have a court deadline, do not wait until the last minute; allow time to download, save, print, or submit your certificate according to your case instructions.
Create your account and begin the DCF-approved online course. The course is available 24/7.
Work through the required course material and complete the final no-fail quiz.
After completion, download your certificate and keep a copy for your records.
Submit the certificate according to your court order, clerk instructions, attorney instructions, or case paperwork.
Certificate submission procedures can vary by county and case. Some parents file the certificate with the clerk, some upload it through an e-filing process, and others provide it to an attorney, mediator, or court contact.
For local guidance, use the county resources hub to find your county page. You can also review course information, DCF approval information, or the FAQ.
The Florida parenting class is DCF-approved, online, four hours, and includes your certificate after completion.