To qualify for the exemption by attending a premarital preparation course, applicants must submit a notarized certificate of completion from the course provider confirming the couple attended the course together, or separately and within one year of the date of application.
The certification of completion form was developed by the administrative office of the courts and defines the qualifications of persons who are eligible to conduct the four (4) hours of premarital preparation training.
Please print the Certificate of Completion form. This is the only form that can be accepted as proof of counseling and the form must be notarized.
Individuals who can provide the approved premarital preparation course are:
- Psychologist
- Licensed Marital and Family Therapist
- Professional Counselor
- Official representative of a religious institution
- Clinical Social Worker
- Clinical Pastoral Therapist
- Psychological Examiner
- Any other instructor approved for the judicial district
If you have any further questions, please contact us:
Marriage and Notary Department
615-862-6256