Michigan does not have a statewide co-parenting education requirement, but courts in Wayne County (judicial practice), Oakland County (FOC program), Macomb County (FOC program), Washtenaw County (FOC program), Ingham County (FOC program), and Saginaw County (court order) require completion as part of divorce and custody cases. Our class is accepted by Michigan courts statewide.
The class covers essential topics including child development, effective communication strategies, conflict resolution, and co-parenting skills that help minimize the impact of divorce on children. Michigan's Friend of the Court offices in these counties recognize our certificate upon completion.
Both parents typically must complete the class when ordered by the court. Our instant certificate includes QR verification and meets Michigan court requirements for parent education compliance.
Michigan's 83 circuit courts operate independently, with Friend of the Court offices administering parent education programs at the county level. While some counties like Oakland and Macomb use the SMILE program, requirements vary significantly across jurisdictions.
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