If you’re a divorcing parent in Florida, you are required by the court to complete a Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course. Once you finish the course, you will receive a certificate of completion that you must submit to the court to fulfill your legal requirements. This certificate proves that you have taken the necessary steps to learn about co-parenting, conflict resolution, and how to support your child during and after the divorce.
Obtaining your certificate for the Florida Parenting Class is a simple process. Here are the steps you need to follow:
The first step to getting your certificate is enrolling in a course that is approved by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Not all courses are DCF Approved and court accepted, so it’s essential to choose a reputable provider like Kids Matter, which offers a fully online course that meets all legal requirements.
Once enrolled, you’ll have access to the course materials, which you can complete at your own pace. The course covers important topics such as effective communication with your co-parent, how to create a co-parenting plan, and understanding the emotional needs of your child during a divorce.
The course typically takes 4 hours to complete, but the online format allows you to stop and resume at any time, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
At the end of the course, you will take a short assessment to demonstrate your understanding of the material. The No-Fail Quiz consists of multiple-choice questions, and you will need to achieve a passing score of 70% to qualify for your certificate.
Don’t worry - if you don’t pass on your first try, you can continue retaking the quiz until you do. You cannot fail!
After passing the assessment, you will immediately receive your certificate of completion. If you are taking an online course like the one offered by Kids Matter, the certificate is immediately available for download in PDF format. You can save or print the certificate for your records and submission to the court.
This is an important step, as the court will not finalize your divorce without proof of course completion. Make sure to submit your certificate by the deadline provided by the court.
The certificate of completion for the Florida Parenting Class is a legal requirement for all divorcing parents with minor children. Florida law mandates that both parents complete this course individually, regardless of whether the divorce is contested or uncontested. The certificate demonstrates that you have completed the necessary education to support your child’s emotional and psychological well-being through the transition of divorce.
Failure to submit the certificate could result in delays in finalizing your divorce, so it’s crucial to complete the course and provide the certificate to the court as soon as possible.
If you haven’t enrolled yet, now is the time to get started. We offer a DCF-approved online course that you can complete at your own pace, from anywhere. After finishing the course, you’ll receive your certificate right away, making the process smooth and hassle-free.
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