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Become a powerful leader with advanced training—online!

Study at your own pace with the Online Leader Training Workshops (OLTW). The OLTWs are comprehensive self-study classes complete with video, activities, reading, and discussion. You will also have the ability to communicate with experienced trainers and leaders via the discussion forum. CEUs and certification available, too! Register Now

What will I learn?
Part 1: How to Lead a Great Parenting Group (3 hours), gives you key skills for leading a successful group, picking a good curriculum, and being an effective problem-solver. (.3 CEUs)

Part 2: Active Parenting Now Leader Training Workshop (22-27 hours), explores the Active Parenting Now program in depth. You will learn how to present the concepts, how to guide parent discussions, and how to run the experiential activities. You will also receive your own copy of the Leader's Guide and the Parent's Guide to make notes at no extra charge. (2.7 CEUs)

How much will it cost?
Part 1 is $49.95 and Part 2 is $159.95. SAVE $40 - Get both for $169.90. Register 3, get another 1 free!


In this video, Training Coordinator Micole Mason shows how the OLTW works.

What will I get?

  • access to the entire class—you can even go back and review as needed anytime during the 60-day enrollment period
  • up to 3 CEUs upon completion of the class (.3 for Part 1; 2.7 for Part 2)
  • Active Parenting Now Parent's Guide, a $14.95 value (Part 2 only)
  • Active Parenting Now Leader's Guide, a $29.95 value (Part 2 only)
  • certification packet
  • 20% off program kit cost (Part 2 only)
  • membership in the online Leaders' Forum

When does my class start?
Classes begin monthly. After your registration, we will send your unique enrollment code(s) for Part 1 and/or Part 2 within two business days. You can begin Part 1 right away. Part 2 will be made available on the first Monday of your selected month. We will ship the books for Part 2, which will take approximately 5-7 business days to arrive. (Note: you must complete your OLTW within 60 days of registration or a reactivation fee of $49 will be required to gain another 60 days of enrollment.)

For more information...
Contact Training Coordinator Micole Mason at 1-800-825-0060 x120 or training@activeparenting.com.


These workshops will show you how to:

  • Lead an Active Parenting class with confidence
  • Implement a program in a variety of settings
  • Stimulate positive changes in yourself and in course participants
  • Enhance communication skills for top-notch effectiveness
  • Provide meaningful encouragement to parents
  • Improve group discussions
  • Get more parents to sign up for your classes
How to become a "certified" leader:
Once you’ve completed Part 2 of the OLTW, you can become an Active Parenting certified leader by holding your first complete Active Parenting Now class and sending us the evaluations from your class, along with your self-evaluation. When all steps are complete, we will certify you as an Active Parenting leader. Contact the Training Coordinator at 800-825-0060 x120 for more information about certification.

Of course, you may continue to hold parenting classes even if you choose not to become certified.

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Active Parenting Publishers is recognized by the National Board of Certified Counselors to offer continuing education units for National Certified Counselors. We adhere to NBCC continuing education guidelines. Many other professional organizations also accept NBCC's CEUs. Please contact your state licensing board for qualification guidelines.

Money-back guarantee!
We are convinced you'll end the workshop feeling confident and energized. If you are not satisfied for any reason, let us know within 30 days of your class start date and before printing your Certificate of Completion for a full refund of your registration fee. Books must be returned in clean condititon. Click for Training Guarantees and Cancellation Policy.

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