Parent Education Program

The Parent Education Program provides classes to court ordered individuals involved in divorce or separation family relation court proceedings.

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Individuals are required to attend class for total of 6 hours to receive a signed certificate of completion.

At each class, Group Facilitators will present material that addresses issues and concerns parents may have regarding the impact of divorce or separation on the family. Classes are available in both English and Spanish. There is no child care provided. To view PEP brochure, click here.

Topics and Issues Covered:

Children adjusting to parental separation
Cooperative parenting
Stress reduction in children
The impact on children and the changes within the family
Information on the developmental stages of children
Dispute and conflict management
Guidelines for custody and visitation
Family violence issues

Participation & Registration

Parents involved in family court proceedings are ordered to participate in the Parent Education Program. Participation requires registration and a program fee. Payment must be made prior to attending class. Payment is non-refundable, alternative class options will be provided as needed. If the fee presents a financial hardship, individuals may apply to the court for a fee waiver. (The waiver must be approved by the court prior to attending the class).

All participants are advised to register before attending a class. After you register you will receive a letter or email confirmation with additional information, including the dates that you are registered to attend the classes and documentation requirements.

To register:
Call our Intake Department at 860-774-2020 or register online at pep.unitedservicesct.org.

Parenting Education Program (PEP) class is held at our Mansfield location on the second Saturday of each month and at our Dayville location on the 4^th Saturday of each month (dates may vary due to holidays, please see dates listed in registration). Parenting Education class is held from 8:00 am-3:00 pm.

If you believe you are unable to pay or indigent, complete and submit form JD-FM-75, Application for Waiver of Fees/ Appointment of Counsel Family before attending the program.