You might be involved in a divorce and need to fulfill a requirement for the court or you may just want parenting tips that will help you understand your children so that you can be a better parent. There are several things to consider when you start looking for an online parenting course.
Certificates of Completion
If you need a certificate of completion to fulfill your divorce requirements, then you will want to make sure that the online class that you choose offers certificates. Not all do – and some charge extra for the certificate. Also make sure that the site offers a money back guarantee for the certificate.
Parenting Class Guarantee
Don’t expect them to be able to tell you which court will definitely accept an online parenting class certificate. Every court in every state decides whether to accept online certificates. And courts often change their minds about whether to accept certificates from online classes. Since there are thousands of courts across the nation, no one can be sure what today’s rules are across the nation.
It’s very important to make sure the site offers a money back guarantee if the court does not accept the certificate. Look for the guarantee on the home page of any online class you are considering.
Parenting Class Fees
While most are in the $50 – $60 range, you could spend much more. You will want to see what extras the more expensive classes offer that justify the additional cost. In today’s economy, it pays to make sure you are getting the best deal. Paying two to three times the price for the same service just doesn’t make sense.
Customer Support
Does the site offer customer support? Is there a FAQ page that answers most your questions?
You might want to submit a question using their contact form to see how long it takes to get an answer. If it takes several days for them to answer your questions, it will probably take a couple of days to get support after your register for a class.
Bottom Line
Whether you need a parenting class to satisfy a divorce requirement or just want to learn how to be a better parent, there are many classes online. Look for one that suits your needs at a good price.