Hawaii requires both parents to complete co-parenting education in divorce and custody cases involving minor children under HRS § 571-46.2. While the statute grants courts discretion, Hawaii's Family Courts have made completion mandatory across all circuits through administrative orders. Both parents must complete the class, with deadlines varying by circuit — typically within 10 days of your scheduled class date.
Our 4-hour online class covers essential co-parenting topics including communication strategies, child development, and managing transitions between households. The class is self-paced and available 24/7, allowing you to complete it on your schedule. Hawaii courts accept online completion, and you'll receive an instant certificate upon finishing.
The requirement applies to all family court cases with minor children, including divorce, paternity, and civil union dissolution proceedings. Your certificate includes QR code verification for easy submission to the court.
Hawaii's statute HRS § 571-46.2 grants Family Courts discretion to order parenting education, but administrative orders in each circuit have made completion mandatory for all cases involving minor children. The $50 parent education surcharge built into filing fees confirms universal application statewide.
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