Mediation Education Class

The Mediation Education Class is available to all divorcing parties and parties in custody cases.

NOTE: If one or more minor children are involved, parents are required to take the Parenting Class. The Parenting Class includes the Mediation Education Class. Click here to learn more.

More Information:

  • Who is required to attend:  Both parties are required to attend this class before going to mediation.
  • Do you need to attend class together? No
  • What the class is for:  To help you prepare for mediation
  • How long does it take:  One half hour
  • When the class must be completed:  Before mediation and within 45 days of the date the petition was filed.

The Mediation Education Class is available online in five formats.

  • English
  • English subtitles
  • Spanish subtitles
  • French subtitles
  • Arabic subtitles

You can choose the format when you register.

Mediation Education Class - Online

  • When:  At your convenience.
  • Cost:  $20 per person paid online using a credit card. You will receive proof of payment via email.
  • Financial aid: Please provide proof that you are a current recipient of: FIP, WIC, Food Stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) from the Social Security Administration by emailing a picture of your card to: info@websthetics.com.
  • Before you begin:  You will need
    • a valid email address
    • access to a computer that has internet access and the ability to stream online video
    • a credit/debit card to securely pay the registration fee online
  • Proof of completion: If your case was filed before July 1, 2026, you must file your certificate of attendance for the Mediation Education Class with the Court by utilizing your electronic fling account unless you have receive an exemption.
  • How to Register:
  • How to Pay for Class:

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Mediation Services of Eastern Iowa

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