Will My Florida Court Accept My Online Parenting Class Certificate?
The Florida Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course offered by Divorce Parenting Class is approved by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) and accepted by most Florida courts. However, some Florida courts do not permit the online version of this course. Always confirm with your local court before enrolling.
How to Confirm With Your Court
Before enrolling, contact the clerk's office at the court handling your case and ask:
Do you accept online completion certificates for the Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course?
Is Divorce Parenting Class (divorceparentingclass.net) an accepted provider?
Get confirmation before you pay and enroll to avoid any issues with your certificate later.
How to Find Your Court
Your court's contact information will be listed on the paperwork you received when the petition was filed or served. You can also find Florida circuit court contact information at flcourts.org.
What If My Court Does Not Accept Online Courses?
If your court requires an in-person course, you will need to find an approved provider offering classroom instruction in your county. Divorce Parenting Class offers the online course only.
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
Approved by | Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) |
Accepted by | Most Florida courts |
Some courts may not accept | Yes — confirm before enrolling |
What to do | Contact your court clerk before enrolling |
If court requires in-person | Find an approved in-person provider |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do some courts not accept online courses? Acceptance of online courses is decided on a court-by-court basis in Florida. Some judges or circuits have local rules or preferences that restrict or prohibit online completion. Always verify with your specific court.
Is there a list of courts that accept online courses? There is no centralized statewide list. Each court sets its own policy. Contact your court directly.
What if my court accepted it for my spouse but not for me? Court policies can change and may vary by judge or division within the same courthouse. Confirm for yourself regardless of what the other party was told.