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Online Parenting Classes in Maryland Approved by Maryland Courts.

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Court-Approved Parenting Classes. Accepted Statewide.

Approved in all 24 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 13,354 are Maryland parents.

If a Maryland court ordered you to complete a parenting class, our class meets that requirement across all 24 Maryland Circuit Courts. Under Maryland Family Law § 7-103.2, Maryland courts order parent education in family and custody matters involving child support, custody, or visitation, and judges include this requirement to help parents understand how to minimize the impact of family changes on their children.

Our class educates parents about the effects of family separation on children and provides tools for effective co-parenting. The class is approved statewide and can be completed entirely online. Maryland law authorizes educational seminars by private agencies, and online completion is approved across all 24 circuits.

Both parents complete the seminar separately under Md. Fam. Law § 7-103.2(f), which provides that parties are not required to attend together. You'll receive an instant certificate upon completion that meets Maryland's requirements under Rule 9-204.

Under Maryland Family Law § 7-103.2, circuit court judges order parent education in family and custody matters involving children. Maryland courts across all 24 circuits routinely order completion to ensure parents understand their children's needs during family transitions.

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Maryland Online Parenting Classes in Three Steps. Your Pace.

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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

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Choose Your Class. Meet Your Requirement.

Both classes are approved by courts in Maryland.

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 Maryland 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 Maryland 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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Why Attorneys and Maryland 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.

Parents Trust. Courts Approve.

It was a hard season for us and this class helped me put my daughter first instead of my anger. Some lessons hit close to home, in a good way.

Jennifer K.

Montgomery County, Maryland

Between work and the kids I kept putting it off until my deadline was two weeks out. Once I started it went way faster than I expected, and I finished with days to spare.

David M.

Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Someone sent my lawyer the paperwork before I could even think to, which was one less thing on my plate. The class itself was plain spoken and actually useful.

Sarah L.

Prince George's County, Maryland

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. If a Maryland court ordered you to complete a parenting class, our class meets that requirement across all 24 Maryland Circuit Courts. Under Md. Fam. Law § 7-103.2, Maryland courts order parent education in family and custody matters involving children. Our certificate includes QR verification for instant filing acceptance.
Yes. Under Maryland Family Law § 7-103.2, Maryland courts order parent education in family and custody matters involving children. Our class is approved by courts across all 24 Maryland circuit courts and meets the requirements established under Maryland Rule 9-204.

Read more: How court approval works

Yes. Our class is completely self-paced and can be completed entirely online. You can start, pause, and resume anytime from any device, and your progress is automatically saved. Maryland law does not specify a required duration, allowing flexibility for courts and providers.
Maryland law requires completion within a timeframe set by the court after service of process. The specific deadline will be stated in your court order. Maryland Rule 9-204 delegates timing requirements to individual circuit courts, so follow the deadline provided by your judge.

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

The class educates parents about the effects of family separation on children and provides strategies to minimize disruption to their lives. Topics include co-parenting communication, managing conflict, understanding children's emotional needs, and developing effective parenting plans as referenced in Maryland's statutory purpose under § 7-103.2.

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

Yes. Online completion is approved by Maryland courts statewide. Maryland law specifically allows educational seminars to be provided by private agencies, and all 24 circuit courts approve online formats. Several counties, including Talbot County, currently offer classes online only.

Read more: Do online parenting classes count for court?

No. Maryland Family Law § 7-103.2(f) specifically states that parents are not required to attend the educational seminar together. This provision ensures safety and comfort for all parties, particularly in cases involving domestic violence or high conflict.
Yes. Under Maryland Family Law § 7-103.2(e), information obtained during the educational seminar is not admissible in your family court proceedings unless both parties agree otherwise. This confidentiality protection encourages honest participation and learning.