I just don't want to be bothered right now
People going through divorce aren't interested in attending a divorce parenting class. They just want to get past this stage of their lives and move on. Taking a divorce parenting class is an inconvenience at best. Parents facing a divorce approach any divorce parenting class as one more task to get out of the way before they can move on. These people do not retain information well - unless you can make it easy to retain.
When searching for a divorce parenting class, see if they have a "Testimonials" page. Read what past students have written. Testimonials will usually say how much the student learned and how easy it was.
I don't need a parenting class
Most parents don't think they need a divorce parenting class. They think a divorce parenting class will be a waste of their time. But, once they find a divorce parenting class that is organized to draw them in and make learning enjoyable, they see mistakes they have made and get very excited when they see that making simple changes to their parenting style results in a happier home life.
When both parents take the class, suddenly they see things in a different light and many of the fights they've been having over the divorce disappear. Hard feelings may linger, but they've learned in divorce parenting class what is important to fight about and what is important to put behind them. They learn how their bickering affects the kids and affects their own life.
Unfortunately you won't be able to tell how the divorce parenting class is presented until after you register.
In our divorce parenting class, we have organized it so that you can immediately try a few techniques out on your children. Once parents see how easy it is to achieve positive results so fast, they are eager to complete the divorce parenting class. We use plain English and common scenarios to show our students an easier way. Parents realize that they are learning new skills and the information they are learning is already helping them through this tough time. The last half of the class is devoted to divorce. Since the first part of the class was helpful, more parents are willing to implement the suggested techniques.
I can't afford a parenting class
Nobody wants to pay for something they don't even want to experience. It's like saying "Here, give me fifty bucks and I'll hit your finger with my hammer."
Parents often drag their feet and finally (often at the last minute), register for a divorce parenting class. Now, it's crunch time. They have to finish this class before the court date.
Let's be honest. You are not going to learn much when you rush through a divorce parenting class. If you are willing to learn, the cost of the class is well worth it. If you are taking it only to satisfy a court requirement, you may not get your money's worth in learning. If you wait until the last minute, you should consider going back over the divorce parenting class when you have more time. Don't waste the money you spent on your divorce parenting class.
I think in-person parenting classes are better than online parenting classes
Then you should attend an in-person class. Some people do better with an in-person learning experience. There are some very good in-person classes out there (we offer one).
One problem I have found with in-person classes is you can only learn what is offered. Sometimes these classes move too fast to sink in. I attended an in-person divorce parenting class given by a local service. The very first words out of the instructor's mouth were, "I know you don't want to be here. This is supposed to be a four hour class. If we move very quickly, we can be out of here in two."
Everyone left the class with a certificate. I doubt that anyone learned anything. Again, if you have to pay for a class, you should walk away with something that will help you.
Choosing a divorce parenting class can be a challenge. When you look for one, keep in mind that you will learn something if you give yourself the time and the open mind necessary.
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