Online parenting classes with a certificate are court-approved to fulfill the requirements of California Family Code section Section 3200-3204
For California parents going through divorce or custody cases, court-mandated parenting classes are about more than compliance—they’re about protecting your child’s well-being during a major life transition. That’s why so many parents across California turn to the Baker Training Institute’s Positive Parenting program. Our online course is court-approved in California and focuses on real, practical strategies for building stronger co-parenting relationships, managing stress, and helping kids feel secure.
What sets us apart is our blend of flexibility, simplicity, and substance. The course is 100% online, self-paced, and mobile-friendly—perfect for parents juggling work, legal deadlines, and child care. Whether you’re in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, or a smaller California county, your instant certificate of completion is ready to download as soon as you finish. Backed by the trusted Baker Institute, this program is not just compliant—it’s compassionate and proven to help families move forward.
Choose the length of your course below:
4 HOUR PARENTING CLASS
$45
Instant Access to Online Course
Annotated & Detailed user instructions
Proof of enrollment automatically emailed to you
Free Instant Downloadable & Printable Certificate available upon completion of the course
8 HOUR PARENTING CLASS
$50
Instant Access to Online Course
Annotated & Detailed user instructions
Proof of enrollment automatically emailed to you
Free Instant Downloadable & Printable Certificate available upon completion of the course
12 HOUR PARENTING CLASS
$55
Instant Access to Online Course
Annotated & Detailed user instructions
Proof of enrollment automatically emailed to you
Free Instant Downloadable & Printable Certificate available upon completion of the course
Ideal online parenting class solution for all court, legal, divorcing or blended families situations.
Our Positive Parenting Course 101 provides access to the Education About Protecting Children During Family Disruption class, which may be a court-ordered parenting class required in the state of California for parents that are seeking a divorce according to California Family Code Section 3200-3204. Our online parenting class has been approved and the certificate is recognized by all California courts that allow distance learning. Parenting classes provide meaningful content intended to assist with the transition to single parenting. Our goal is to help develop parenting skills and encourage positive parenting throughout the difficult process of divorce.
Parents in California, particularly when minor children are involved. California family courts use this class to ensure that parents understand how conflict, stress, and poor communication during separation can affect their child’s emotional and psychological health. These courses are designed to promote healthy co-parenting, reduce stress on children, and teach parents how to support their child’s adjustment during and after divorce.
The Baker Training Institute’s Positive Parenting course is fully compliant with California court requirements and offers a compassionate, research-based approach. Our online program focuses on real-world strategies to manage emotions, reduce conflict, and build a supportive co-parenting environment. Parents across California—from Los Angeles to rural counties—can access the course 24/7 from any device, complete it at their own pace, and receive an instant certificate of completion that’s ready for court or attorney submission. It’s parenting support that works for real California families.
The Parent Education and Family Stabilization Class has a number of different names but they all reference the same class requirement. If you have been instructed to take any of the following classes then our Parent Education and Family Stabilization Class will satisfy that requirement:
"Helped me get a better understanding of how to deal with issues from looking at both sides of the issues. Gave good key points on how to effectivly interact with your kids as they get older"
"I wish I would've taken this prior to or during the course of the divorce not only would it have helped me better prepare myself but also my children with them being so young, and setting boundaries with their father in the very beginning."
"This course has helped me understand how to better parent my children through the divorce."
The average course time is four hours. You can logout at any time and then return to complete the course at your leisure. Positive Parenting Institute's Nationally Recognized “Certificate of Completion” is issued and is automatically available once you have completed the online parenting class. You will receive your certificate via the web which you can print from your own computer. We are a legitimate nationally recognized professional training organization.
Choose your course and create an account in just a few minutes. All you need is an internet connection—no appointments or waiting rooms.
Log in anytime, from any device. Go through the lessons when it works for your schedule—day or night, all at once or a little at a time.
After finishing the course, you’ll take a short quiz to show what you’ve learned. Don’t worry—if you need to, you can try again.
Once you pass, your official certificate will be ready to download and print instantly. You can submit it to the court or your attorney as needed.
Our parenting courses are perfect for all court requirements, all legal requirements and are extremely helpful to improve interpersonal skills while improving parenting skills. Positive Parenting Institute’s effective parenting skills courses will improve your interpersonal relationships with your children while reinforcing appropriate interpersonal behavior.
Positive Parenting Institute’s online parent class uses an appropriate educational and interpersonal approaches for better parenting which were developed by Best Selling Author James A. Baker founder of www.BakerCommunications.com. Our parenting programs. workshops and courses are of the highest quality and will guarantee you of a quality learning experience.
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Immediate and court accepted certificate of completion
You automatically receive immediate
proof of enrollment by email
Online access 24/7 in
a self-paced format
We offer high-quality instructions on becoming a better parent and/or co-parent
Positive Parenting institute’s courses are comprehensive and available for either parenting or co-parenting class needs
Learn Correct & Positive Assertive Communication
Learn How to Deal With Your Stress Management
Learn Proper and Controlled and Realistic Empathy Training for Parenting and Co-parents
Learn Positive Parenting Styles
Learn Improved Boundary and Limit Setting for Parents
Learn Dynamics for the Step-Family
Learn Co-parenting Teamwork
Learn Proper & Correct Rewards & Discipline for Children
Learn How to Avoid Parenting Mistakes
4, 8, or 12 hours of court ordered parenting credit.