Parenting Coordination Training Coming in early 2026
PCI delivers high-quality, specialised training programs to prepare experienced professionals to become Parenting Coordinators. Our programs are designed for those who already work with high-conflict families such as family lawyers, mediators, family dispute resolution practitioners, psychologists, social workers and other qualified professionals.
Through our training, PCI equips participants with the knowledge and skillsneeded to begin practising as Parenting Coordinators. Our curriculum includes:
The role, scope and boundaries of Parenting Coordination
Managing entrenched parental conflict and high-conflict personality dynamics
Understanding the impact of ongoing conflict on children and key principles of child development
Coaching parents in communication, problem-solving and decision-making
Working within parenting plans and court orders
Record-keeping, documentation, and ethical obligations
Case management, intake procedures and risk screening
Collaborating with other professionals and systems (e.g., courts, therapists, schools)
Making recommendations
Writing reports for the court
Ongoing supervision and reflective practice support
Upon completion, participants receive recognition of training through PCI. We also offers ongoing professional development, peer learning, and resources to support high standards in practice across Australia.
What Do You Gain from Parenting Coordination Training?
Deep knowledge of Parenting Coordination fundamentals—what it is, when it works, when it doesn’t
Skills for real-world application: assessment, intake, case management, intervention and reporting
Access to our professional community, mentorship and best-practice resources
Certification that signals to courts, organisations and families you meet rigorous standards
The Course Snapshot
40 hour self-paced online modules
Live webinars, case-studies, role-plays and peer-discussions
Practical toolkit: checklists, templates, decision-flow charts
Final assessment and endorsement by PCI
Why choose Parenting Coordination Institute?
PCI’s training is practitioner-designed and practice-based, drawing on leading research and real-world experience with high-conflict families. Our programs go beyond theory to equip participants with practical tools, structured case management approaches, and child-focused strategies they can use immediately. Participants also benefit from ongoing supervision, peer support, and a recognised endorsement framework that distinguishes them as trained Parenting Coordinators under AFCC standards. With PCI, you’re joining a specialist community committed to excellence, ethics, and innovation in Parenting Coordination.
Testimonials
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On several occasions I have contacted Anne-Marie to debrief issues in my parenting coordination matters. Sometimes there are things that you just need to bounce off someone, particularly when working with parents with entrenched conflict. Anne-Marie has been an empathetic listener, open to letting me self reflect, whilst also offering a fresh perspective. I highly recommend any parenting coordinator engage Anne-Marie as a mentor, especially if you are new to PC
Jennifer Hetherington
PC, Lawyer, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
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I attended the Parenting Coordination Masterclass with Anne-Marie Cade. This well-spent time has reinvigorated my passion for helping our parent clients achieve improved co-parenting through the work of Parenting Coordination. Anne-Marie’s wealth of knowledge of PC around the world is insightful on best practice guidelines for Ordres and Agreements. It also offers fantastic insights as to how other practitioners do the difficult work we do, without burning out. I’ve come away with a greatly refreshed approach to my PC work
Jasmin Newman
PC, Co-Parenting Coach, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
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I want to extend my thanks to you for taking the time at such short notice to discuss strategy regarding Parenting Co-ordination services. As a private practitioner there are times when it’s very helpful to participate in reflective practice exercises, even if it is an exercise in validating current planning and strategies regarding case management. Thank you sincerely for assisting me to feel supported by someone with expertise and experience
Angela Little
PC, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
Continuing Professional Development
We offer ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities tailored specifically for Parenting Coordinators. Our CPD programs are designed to deepen skills, strengthen ethical practice, and support reflective learning in the complex field of high-conflict parenting. We offer -
regular workshops,
webinars,
case consultations and peer supervision sessions
and cover topics such as advanced conflict management, working with high-conflict personalities, child development updates, trauma-informed practice, documentation and reporting, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
These sessions not only keep practitioners current with emerging practices and research, but also help them meet professional development requirements to maintain high standards of practice. PCI fosters a strong community of practice where Parenting Coordinators can learn, connect, and grow together.
EVENTS
Date & time: 12 March 2026, 12.00pm to 2.15pm AEDT
Join me for this interactive webinar. Parenting Coordination (PC) is transforming the way high-conflict families navigate post-separation disputes - offering a practical,
child-centred pathway that goes far beyond traditional mediation.
Whether you’re a lawyer, mediator, or family law professional, this session will provide you with the strategies, clarity, and confidence to guide clients out of conflict
and into more cooperative co-parenting.
By attending this program, you will understand:
How PC operates as a powerful dispute resolution process beyond standard mediation
The key distinctions between PC and other resolution pathways
How lawyers can educate clients and encourage meaningful engagement with a Parent Coordinator
The vital role of coaching within the PC process
Trauma-responsive approaches that protect children and support healthier co-parenting relationships
At the end of this live webinar, you will earn 2 CPD points.