Court-Approved Co-Parenting Class in Louisiana

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Why Choose SELA’s

Co-Parenting Course?

SELA Dispute Resolution’s Co-Parenting Class is an innovative, court-approved parenting program designed for divorced or separated parents in Louisiana. Since 1995, it has been praised by judges and juvenile courts nationwide for helping families rebuild communication and reduce litigation. It is a trusted, research-backed course that keeps the child’s best interest at the center of every lesson.

  • Court Approved Across Louisiana – Accepted by family courts and judges statewide.

  • Led by Family Law Attorneys – Learn directly from attorneys who understand how courts view parenting conflicts and custody disputes.

  • Self-Paced Convenience – Study from home, on your own schedule, without missing required sessions.

  • Child-Focused Learning – The program helps parents reduce conflict, improve communication, and protect their child’s emotional well-being during and after divorce.

  • Certificate of Completion – Instantly downloadable upon finishing the course for court submission.

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What You’ll Learn

Divorce changes relationships, but parenting continues. Our course teaches evidence-based strategies for:

  • Communicating effectively with your co-parent

  • Managing emotional triggers and conflict

  • Creating a stable environment for children

  • Understanding how courts view co-parenting disputes

By focusing on cooperation rather than conflict, parents give their children the best chance to adjust, heal, and thrive.

How SELA’s Co-Parenting Program Works

SELA Co-operative Parenting Solutions helps separated and divorced parents navigate the emotional and practical challenges of raising children after family transitions. This court-approved co-parenting program in Louisiana is designed for parents experiencing mild to moderate conflict who want to improve communication, reduce tension, and protect their child’s emotional well-being.

  • A Research-Backed, Interactive Learning Experience

    Led by trained parent educators, this evidence-based parenting class combines small-group and large-group discussions, parent-to-parent interaction, and weekly assignments to build lasting communication and problem-solving skills. The curriculum focuses on cooperation, empathy, and shared responsibility—the same skills family courts encourage when co-parents must make decisions together.

  • Flexible Hybrid Format for Busy Parents

    To accommodate work and life schedules, SELA’s co-parenting course is 80% online and self-paced. Parents can complete lessons whenever it’s convenient—from home, on their own time—without falling behind.

    The full course is divided into two sections, each including:

    Four asynchronous online sessions you complete at your own pace.

    One live group session held on a Saturday, offering interactive discussions and real-world strategies.

    In total, the program includes ten sessions, with Saturday classes offered monthly for maximum flexibility.

  • Simple Registration and Fast Start

    Registration is quick and convenient through our secure online form. Payment is accepted via PayPal. Once you enroll, you’ll receive access to your course materials and can begin learning within 24–48 hours.

  • 1.

    Register Online – Sign up through our secure portal.

  • 2.

    Complete the Online Modules – Learn at your own pace.

  • 3.

    Attend Two In-Person Sessions – Offered monthly.

  • 4.

    Download Your Certificate – Submit directly to your court or attorney.

Our class is designed for asynchronous online learning so parents can complete the coursework at their own pace. The class meets in person for two Saturday sessions, one at the midpoint of the course and the other at the end of the course.

Our Class Sessions

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Session 1: Making the Commitment to Caring
‘Child-Focused or Out of Focus’

Session 2: Allowing My Child to Love Both Parents
‘Plan for Peace or Tug of War’

Session 3: Changing My Long Term Role
‘Letting Go or Holding On’

Session 4: Choosing My Personal Path
‘Make it Better or Keep it Bitter’

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GROUP SESSION #1 - IN PERSON

Session 5: Managing My Own Anger
‘Neither Fight nor Take Flight’

Session 6: Taking Control of Conflict
‘Defuse or Light the Fuse’

Session 7: Negotiating Agreement
‘All a Winner or Winner Takes All’

Session 8: Co-Parenting is Forever
‘Cooperation or Conflict’

GROUP SESSION #2 - IN PERSON

REGISTER FOR THE COURSE

FAQs

  • Yes, it’s an approved option in many parish courts across Louisiana.

  • Only two sessions are required in person; the rest can be completed online at your convenience.

  • No. Our instructors are attorneys, but they are not providing legal advice during the program.