Louisiana Online Parenting Classes

Please select the district your case has been filed in to display the class(es) that most likely meet the requirements set forth by either the state of Louisiana or the District Court.

DISCLAIMER: Online parent education classes are recognized within the state of Louisiana by some districts and parishes; however, if you are court ordered to take a co-parenting class, it is always best to verify approval of our classes with your parish court of record to verify their acceptance of an online parenting class. Each state, district, parish and individual judge may dictate different requirements.

Louisiana Online Co-Parenting Classes

The Online Co-Parenting/ Divorce class is recognized in 15 parishes within this state. The U.S. state of Louisiana is divided into 64 parishes in the same way that 48 of the other states of the United States are divided into counties (Alaska is divided into boroughs and census areas).

Louisiana Seminar for Divorcing Parents Statute
Citation RS 9:306 - Seminar for divorcing parents

A court exercising jurisdiction over family matters may require the parties in a custody or visitation proceeding to attend and complete a court-approved seminar designed to educate and inform the parties of the needs of the children. If the court chooses to require participation in such a seminar and shall be a minimum of three hours but not exceed four hours. The seminar shall focus on the developmental needs of children, with emphasis on fostering the child's emotional health. The seminar shall be informative and supportive and shall direct people desiring additional information or help to appropriate resources.

Class shall focus on areas covering:

  • The developmental stages of childhood, the needs of children at different ages, and age appropriate expectations of children.
  • Stress indicators in children adjusting to divorce, the grief process, and avoiding delinquency.
  • The possible enduring emotional effects of divorce on the child.
  • Changing parental and marital roles.
  • Recommendations with respect to visitation designed to enhance the child's relationship with both parents.
  • Financial obligations of child rearing.
  • Conflict management and dispute resolution.

DISCLAIMER: Online parent education classes are widely recognized within the state of Louisiana by district courts and government agencies; however, if you are court ordered to take a co-parenting class, it is always best to verify approval of our classes with your district or parish court of record to verify their acceptance of an online parenting class. Each state, district, parish and individual judge may dictate different requirements.

Check With The Court

Even though OnlineParentingPrograms.com may be a recognized resource throughout the state of Louisiana, it is always best to verify class acceptance with the court or district judge prior to attending any online program as we are not familiar with the specifics of your case.

Price Matching

OnlineParentingPrograms.com offers competitive pricing specific to Louisiana. If you find another approved online resource in your area that is less expensive, please let us know and we would be happy to honor that price as well.

Financial Assistance

OnlineParentingPrograms.com provides discounted programs to qualified parents. Complete our Financial Verification Form and one of our OnlineParentingPrograms.com moderators will review your information and provide a response within two business days.

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