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Online Parenting Classes in California Approved by California Courts.

The name attorneys recommend, and courts know.

Court-Approved Parenting Classes. Accepted Statewide.

Approved in all 58 counties

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Whether court-ordered for divorce, paternity, or custody, or referred by a caseworker or judge, our Co-Parenting and Parenting Classes meet every court and agency requirement.

Of the more than 1,000,000 parents who have enrolled with Putting Kids First, an estimated 113,518 are California parents.

If a California court ordered you to complete a parenting class, our class meets that requirement statewide across all 58 counties. Under California Family Code §§ 3200-3204, California courts order parenting education in family and custody matters. California judges routinely include this requirement in cases involving minor children, particularly before court-ordered mediation. Over 40 California counties have confirmed parent education or orientation requirements.

Our comprehensive class covers communication strategies, child development, conflict resolution, and creating effective parenting plans. The class is available online and self-paced, allowing you to complete it on your schedule. Upon completion, you'll receive an instant certificate with QR code verification approved by California courts statewide.

Both parents complete the class separately. The certificate demonstrates your commitment to your children's well-being and satisfies California's parenting education requirements across all participating counties.

California courts implement parenting education requirements at the county level under the broad authority of Family Code §§ 3200-3204, with over 40 counties maintaining mandatory programs before mediation or custody proceedings.

Learn more about court acceptance nationwide →

California Online Parenting Classes in Three Steps. Your Pace.

Finish tonight or take the time you need. Your requirement met.

1

Enroll

Immediate access. No appointments. No waiting.

2

Complete the Class

Self-paced. Read or listen to every lesson. Start, pause, and continue whenever you want.

3

Instant Verifiable Certificate

Unique QR code. Online verification 24/7. Automatic attorney notification.

Court-Verifiable. Instantly.

When the court needs to confirm your certificate, no phone call required. Just scan.

QR Code on Every Certificate

The court scans. Confirmed in 5 seconds.

Trackable Certificate

Every certificate has its own code in the system.

Choose Your Class. Meet Your Requirement.

Both classes are approved by courts in California.

Join over 1,000,000 parents.

Not sure which one you need?The Complete Bundle includes both classes.

Co-Parenting Class

Going through divorce or custody? You're in the right place.

$60

One-time payment

Meets the requirements for:

  • Divorce proceedings
  • Custody disputes
  • Parental rights cases
  • Custody modifications

Includes:

  • Approved by California courts
  • Meets your time requirements
  • 24/7 Access. Self-Paced.
  • Every Lesson Narrated. Listen or Read.
  • Verifiable Certificate with Security Code
  • We Notify Your Attorney Upon Completion

Our Promise

Your requirement met. Your certificate delivered. Your time respected.

Parenting Class

Positive parenting skills for every age. Also meets CPS and court requirements.

$60

One-time payment

Meets the requirements for:

  • Child protective services cases (CPS)
  • Family reunification requirements
  • Adoption or foster care proceedings
  • Demonstrating parental fitness to the court

Includes:

  • Approved by California courts
  • Meets your time requirements
  • 24/7 Access. Self-Paced.
  • Every Lesson Narrated. Listen or Read.
  • Verifiable Certificate with Security Code
  • We Notify Your Attorney Upon Completion

Our Promise

Your requirement met. Your certificate delivered. Your time respected.

⭐ Best Value

The Complete Bundle

Both Classes. One Price.

$80$120

Save $40

Includes both classes:

  • Co-Parenting Class + Parenting Class
  • Two Verifiable Certificates
  • We Notify Your Attorney Upon Completing Each Class
  • Meets Combined or Higher-Level Requirements

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Approved by Courts in All 50 States.

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Why Attorneys and California Courts Choose Our Online Parenting Classes

Recognized for Decades

The name attorneys recommend, and courts know.

Instantly Verifiable Certificate

Your certificate is confirmed by the court online in seconds, with QR code and 24/7 verification.

Automatic Attorney Notification

When you complete the class, your attorney receives the certificate by email, without you lifting a finger.

Want the full picture first? Start with our court approved parenting classes overview and our co-parenting classes guide, then enroll right from this page.

Parents Trust. Courts Approve.

“My attorney suggested I take a class before mediation and I'm glad I did. I walked in feeling prepared instead of terrified.”

Jennifer M.

San Diego County, California

“Took it a little at a time between shifts. Nothing fancy, just good practical advice about raising kids in two homes.”

David K.

Los Angeles County, California

“My daughter and I are talking more since I took this, the section on listening was worth it all by itself.”

Maria L.

Fresno County, California

Approved in All 58 Counties

✓Alameda (Oakland)✓Alpine (Markleeville)✓Amador (Jackson)✓Butte (Oroville)✓Calaveras (San Andreas)✓Colusa✓Contra Costa (Martinez)✓Del Norte (Crescent City)✓El Dorado (Placerville)✓Fresno✓Glenn (Willows)✓Humboldt (Eureka)✓Imperial (El Centro)✓Inyo (Independence)✓Kern (Bakersfield)✓Kings (Hanford)✓Lake (Lakeport)✓Lassen (Susanville)✓Los Angeles✓Madera✓Marin (San Rafael)✓Mariposa✓Mendocino (Ukiah)✓Merced✓Modoc (Alturas)✓Mono (Bridgeport)✓Monterey (Salinas)✓Napa✓Nevada (Nevada City)✓Orange (Santa Ana)✓Placer (Auburn)✓Plumas (Quincy)✓Riverside✓Sacramento✓San Benito (Hollister)✓San Bernardino✓San Diego✓San Francisco✓San Joaquin (Stockton)✓San Luis Obispo✓San Mateo (Redwood City)✓Santa Barbara✓Santa Clara (San Jose)✓Santa Cruz✓Shasta (Redding)✓Sierra (Downieville)✓Siskiyou (Yreka)✓Solano (Fairfield)✓Sonoma (Santa Rosa)✓Stanislaus (Modesto)✓Sutter (Yuba City)✓Tehama (Red Bluff)✓Trinity (Weaverville)✓Tulare (Visalia)✓Tuolumne (Sonora)✓Ventura✓Yolo (Woodland)✓Yuba (Marysville)

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If a California court ordered you to complete a parenting class in your custody, divorce, or paternity case, our class meets that requirement across all 58 counties. Approved by California courts with a verifiable certificate and QR code that judges and clerks can confirm instantly.
Yes. Under California Family Code §§ 3200-3204, California courts order parenting education. Our class is approved by courts across California, including counties with mandatory parent education requirements before mediation.

Read more: How court approval works →

Yes. Our class is completely self-paced and online. You can start, pause, and resume anytime from any device, and your progress is automatically saved. You can complete it in one sitting or work through it over several sessions.
Follow the deadline specified in your court order. California counties require completion before your first mediation session or custody hearing.

Read more: What happens if you don't take a court ordered parenting class? →

The class covers child development and age-appropriate expectations, effective co-parenting communication, conflict resolution strategies, and creating stable parenting plans. These topics align with California's focus on children's best interests and preparing parents for successful mediation.

Read more: Co-parenting class vs parenting class: which one you need →

Over 40 California counties have confirmed parent education requirements, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Alameda, San Diego, and Contra Costa. Our class satisfies parent education requirements across California counties.
Yes. Online completion is approved by California courts statewide. The class is self-paced and available from any device, and you'll receive an instant certificate with QR code verification when you finish.

Read more: Do online parenting classes count for court? →

Yes. Under California Family Code § 3201, courts require the parties to attend parent education, which means both parents. Each parent completes the class separately and receives their own certificate.
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Also Approved in Nearby States

✓Arizona✓Nevada✓Oregon✓Washington✓Hawaii
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