Two Families Now is an online parenting education class for parents going through divorce, separation, custody, or other family court matters.
Check court acceptance before payment.
Only 4-6 hours to complete
Complete the course at your own pace, 24/7 access, using your computer or smart phone
Instant download of Certificate upon completion
How to Complete Your North Carolina Co-Parenting Course
From registration to certificate, here’s what to expect.
Two Families Now makes it simple to complete your North Carolina online co-parenting course from home. Register online, work through the course on your schedule, and download your Certificate of Completion when you finish. Before enrolling, review your court order or case instructions to confirm the course meets your specific requirements.
Register Online
Create your account and complete your North Carolina co-parenting course registration online. You can get started right away without waiting for a live class date.
Get Course Access
After registration, you’ll receive instructions for accessing your Two Families Now course. The course is available online, so you can use a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Complete the Course
Work through the 4-6 hour co-parenting course at your own pace. You’ll have 30 days to complete the lessons, which focus on communication, reducing conflict, and supporting your children during family changes.
Download Your Certificate
After finishing the required course content, you can instantly download your Certificate of Completion. Save a copy for your records before submitting it where needed.
Submit to Your Court
Submit your certificate according to your North Carolina court’s instructions. Requirements can vary by county, judge, case type, or court order, so always follow the directions provided in your paperwork.
Designed with Courts and Families in Mind
Two Families Now was developed with funding from the National Institutes of Health by experts in family conflict, behavioral science, and parent education.
This evidence based course covers:
- Protecting Children from Conflict
- Effective Listening
- Communicating with your co-parent
- Interrupting the Stress Cycle
- Transitioning children between households
- Child's response to divorce
For more information on divorce, separation, and co-parenting, visit our resource article
North Carolina Parent Education Program FAQs
Two Families Now offers approved online parent education for North Carolina parents living in separate homes. The course centers on children’s needs during and after separation and the practical work of parenting from two homes.
Is Two Families Now approved for North Carolina parent education requirements?
Yes. Two Families Now is approved in North Carolina as an online Parent Education Program. North Carolina family court programs administer parent education for divorcing or separating parents, and local requirements can differ in custody or visitation matters. Use the acceptance flow for your location and follow any provider, deadline, or completion instructions included in your family court paperwork.
Who is the Two Families Now course designed for?
The North Carolina Parent Education Program serves divorcing or separating parents and parents living in separate homes, especially when custody or visitation is involved. Some parents attend through a family court program; others enroll voluntarily because they want to understand their children’s needs and make parenting from two homes work more smoothly.
Can I take a parenting or co-parenting class online?
Yes. Two Families Now is a 100% online parenting and co-parenting class. It is available 24/7 during your access period, with no scheduled classroom session, live meeting, or Zoom appointment. There are no fixed login times. You do not need to complete the course in one sitting. Work through a section when you have time, stop when you need to, and sign back in later. Your progress is saved so you can continue where you left off. You can take the co-parenting course online from home or anywhere you have reliable internet access.
How long does the course take?
Two Families Now is a 4-6 hour course, although actual completion time may vary with your reading pace and the time you spend on activities. Because it is self-paced, you can finish the online parenting class in one sitting or divide it into shorter sessions over several days without losing your place.
When do I get course access and how long do I have to complete it?
You receive course access immediately after successful registration and payment. The confirmation provides instructions for signing in and getting started, so there is no classroom date or appointment to wait for. Your access remains available for 30 days. During that period, you can work at your own pace on any supported device, sign out whenever you need to, and return to your saved progress without starting over.
What does this online parenting education course cover?
North Carolina parent education is meant to help parents living in separate homes understand their children’s needs during and after separation. Two Families Now covers children’s reactions, protection from adult conflict, communication, listening, stress and emotion management, and transitions between homes. It also teaches problem solving that can help parents handle custody or visitation issues with a steadier, child-focused approach.
Can I take the course on my phone or tablet?
Yes. You can complete the course on a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. That flexibility lets you work through the material at home or wherever it is convenient. You only need a reliable internet connection and a current web browser.
When do I get my Certificate of Completion?
Your Certificate of Completion becomes available after you finish all required course content and activities. You can download it immediately and save or print a copy for your records. Follow the filing or submission instructions that apply to your case, including any deadline in your paperwork. Two Families Now does not automatically file every certificate with the court.
Can family law and court professionals recommend the course?
Yes. Attorneys, mediators, court staff, parenting coordinators, and case managers can recommend Two Families Now when it fits the applicable requirements. The course combines convenient online access, a standardized curriculum, an evidence-based approach supported by published research, and a downloadable Certificate of Completion. Professionals can review the curriculum and acceptance details before making a referral. Our court professionals page also includes research, referral information, and materials to share with parents.
Referral information, research, and downloadable materials are available on our resources for Family Law & Court Professionals.
How do I check North Carolina family court parent education requirements?
Parent Education Program details may be set through the family court program serving your county. Review your custody, visitation, or separation paperwork and use the Two Families Now state and county acceptance checker. If the documents do not answer a local scheduling or filing question, the family court office, your attorney, mediator, or case manager can clarify it.