Our online positive parenting courses are perfect for those who are required to take a parent education and awareness class in the state of New York, as outlined in New York Compilation of Codes, Rules, and Regulations § 144.3.
In New York, parents involved in divorce, separation, or custody cases are often required by the courts to complete a parenting or co-parenting education program. The Baker Training Institute’s Positive Parenting course is a trusted option for New York families who need a flexible, court-friendly solution, and want more than just a certificate. Our online class delivers practical, research-based tools that help parents reduce conflict, improve communication, and support their child’s emotional well-being during major family transitions.
What sets Baker apart is its accessible, self-paced format and compassionate, real-world approach. Whether you’re in NYC, Buffalo, Albany, or anywhere in between, you can complete the course from home, on your own schedule, and download your certificate instantly upon completion. Backed by best-selling author James A. Baker’s proven Positive Parenting method, this course meets New York court standards while helping parents build the confidence and clarity they need to co-parent effectively. For New York families, it's not just convenient—it's impactful.
Ideal online parenting class solution for all court, legal, divorcing or blended families situations.
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4 HOUR PARENTING CLASS
$45
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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
Our Positive Parenting Course 101 provides access to the Parent Education and Awareness Program, which may be a court-ordered parenting class required in the state of New York for parents that are seeking a divorce according to New York Compilation of Codes, Rules, and Regulations § 144.3. Our online parenting class has been approved and the certificate is recognized by all New York 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.
The Parent Education and Awareness Program (PEAP) in New York is a state-mandated program designed to educate divorcing or separating parents about the impact of their breakup on their children, with the primary goal of teaching parents ways to reduce stress and protect their children from negative effects.
Who Must Attend: Parents going through divorce, separation, or custody proceedings in New York State family courts are typically required to complete a PEAP class.
First, you must register for the parenting course. (Register Here) Once you have registered, you will receive immediate access to our exclusive Member's Only Area. Positive Parenting Institute’s online parenting class is completely self-paced and is available 24/7 from any web browser in New York.
The average course time is four hours. You can log out 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 have NEVER had a self-printed certificate refused by any court officer. EVER! 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.
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."
Our parenting and co-parenting classes are designed to meet all court and legal requirements in New York State, while also helping parents build healthier relationships with their children. The program goes beyond compliance, it offers practical tools to improve communication, reduce conflict, and strengthen your parenting skills through real-world, research-based strategies.
Developed by best-selling author James A. Baker, founder of BakerCommunications.com, the Positive Parenting course combines proven educational methods with a compassionate, interpersonal approach. Whether you’re completing a court-ordered class or taking steps toward personal growth, you’ll receive a high-quality online learning experience that fits your schedule and supports your role as a parent during family transitions.
Life often makes it difficult to attend a high-quality parenting class due to busy schedules and other personal demands. Positive Parenting Institute’s online class allows you to engage in and learn the very same parenting skills as you would receive in one of Positive Parenting Institute’s face-to-face classes, except it is available in the comfort of your home. Positive Parenting Institute’s course is often preferred for court, legal, divorce, separation, mediation and personal growth opportunities.
Positive Parenting Institute offers our most comprehensive, nationally accepted and completely online parenting class and parenting courses in New York. If you are required to take a parenting or co-parenting course or parenting class Positive Parenting Institute’s Online Parenting Class is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for New York on the Internet. If you are a single parent, a married couple, or a blended family or if you are going through a divorce our online course will save you time and money. Participants who complete our course will immediately receive our nationally recognized “Certificate of Completion”.
We have participants taking our programs throughout many counties and cities in the state of New York.
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New York City, Manhattan, Albany, Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse
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.