Benefits of taking a premarital education class include:
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Enhancing your communication and conflict resolution skills to enrich your relationship,
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Learning the key components of a successful marriage,
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Receiving a $60 discount on marriage license fees, and
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Waiver of the 3-day waiting period.
The eight-hour premarital class offered by instructors in your community may be available in a variety of formats including:
Classes may be led by:
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Clergy or their designees,
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Licensed mental health professionals, or
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Marriage educators.
In order to learn more about the qualifying marriage education opportunities in your area, simply enter the ZIP code, City, or County in the "Search for Marriage Education Services" field on the left and click search.
Upon your successful completion of the premarital education class, the provider will issue you a certificate to present to the County Clerk to receive a $60 discount when you purchase your marriage license.