Fathering in 15™ is a free online learning course  offered by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System in partnership with the National Fatherhood Initiative. The course helps fathers build parenting skills anytime and anywhere.  This interactive tool allows fathers to take a short parenting course at their own pace. Using a computer, cellphone or tablet, fathers will be able to cover each topic in about 15 minutes and completing all of the topics will take less than 4 hours total.

• Family History
• Being a Man
• Handling Feelings
• Grief and Loss
• Your Health
• You and Mom
• Talking with Mom
• Co-parenting Skills
• Fathering Skills
• Child Development
• Child Discipline
• Sexuality
• Intimacy
• Work-Family Balance
• Managing Money

To participate, fathers must first contact an Extension family and child development agent.  Men completing the course receive a free certificate of completion. For $10, they can also receive Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This will provide a permanent record of completing the course.  For more information on how you can participate, contact the Extension regional family and child development agent serving your county. Fathers may also contact their local county extension coordinator for assistance.