Curricula for Married Couples

Below are healthy marriage-related curricula and products tailored to married couples. Some curricula presented are faith-based curricula. If you receive Federal funding, check with your Federal project officer before implementing a faith-based curricula.

Program: 3 Rules that Guarantee Financial Success
Contact Info: Vernon Williams; 410-730-1746; vwilliams64@comcast.net; www.howtocutexpenses.com
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 5 hours
Description: The curriculum teaches participants how to: 1) Identify what is really important to them, 2) Direct their spending in order to achieve what is important, and 3) Eliminate or reduce expenses that prevent them from achieving what is important.
Language(s): English

Program: 7 Stages of Marriage
Contact Info: Rita DeMaria, Ph.D.; 215-628-2450; marriagedoctor@aol.com; www.marriagedoctor.com
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 12-16 hours
Description: The 7 Stages of Marriage provides a practical timeline for understanding the journey and stages of marriage. Each stage has a set of missions that strengthen communication, passion, and friendship, while addressing differences. Quizzes and Exercises included.
Language(s): English

Program: 10 Great Dates
Contact Info: David and Claudia Arp; 703-444-4505; arps@marriagealive.com; http://www.marriagealive.com<
Year Developed: 1997
Program Length: 20-25 hours
Description: Teach-out-of-the-box program; includes DVD with 10 date launches, leader's guide and participant book with tear out duplicate exercises. Ten sessions (2-2.5 hrs each); can be weekly, biweekly, monthly, or for a weekend retreat. Male friendly, fun, cheap, and broad based.
Language(s): English, Spanish, Korean, and German

Program: 10 Great Dates (Spanish Edition)
Contact Info: David and Claudia Arp; 703-444-4505; mailto:arps@marriagealive.com<; www.marriagealive.com
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: 20-25 hours
Description: Teach-out-of-the-box program; includes DVD with 10 date launches, leader's guide and participant book with tear out duplicate exercises. Ten sessions (2-2.5 hrs each); can be weekly, biweekly, monthly or for a weekend retreat. Male friendly, fun, cheap, and broad based.
Language(s): English, Spanish, Korean, and German

Program: Active Romance & Intimacy for Christians
Contact Info: Kelly Simpson; 214-369-5717; ksimpson@activerelationships.com; www.activerelationships.com
Year Developed: 2003
Program Length: 12 to 16 hours
Description: For couples. Bust myths. Increase romantic understanding. Learn essential information and develop ways to build emotional closeness and well-being. Topics presented do not encourage at-risk behaviors and engender respect for self.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Adultos Activos
Contact Info: Kelly Simpson; 214-369-5717; ksimpson@activerelationships.com; www.activerelationships.com
Year Developed: 2003
Program Length: 9 hours
Description: For couples. A relationship and marriage education program where couples receive 8 hours plus of curriculum on topics like communication skills, conflict resolution, anger and trigger management, and romance. The program is aimed at increasing relationship satisfaction and marriage quality.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: ALL ABOUT M.E. Marriage Education
Contact Info: Joneen Mackenzie; 720-488-8888; joneen@waittraining.org; www.waittraining.org
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: 10-12 hours
Description: Relationship enhancement skills, marriage preparation skills, and tools.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Amor En Accion
Contact Info: Rebecca Knowles; 954-292-2178; rebeca@reachingoutnet.org; www.ronimiami.com
Year Developed: 28 hours
Program Length: 2008
Description: The four components of the program were built to practically strengthen the following aspects of a married relationship: 1. Commitment, 2. Communication, 3. Joy, 4. Bonding. "Amor en Accion" is a 14 chapter Spanish curriculum with 4 different topics.
Language(s): Spanish

Program: As One
Contact Info: Mark Wojno; 414-755-8704; m.wojno@parentspluswi.org; www.parentspluswi.org
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: This program provides a tool for couples who want to explore how to create and sustain healthy relationships, prepare for a lasting marriage, and/or work through differences for the sake of their children.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Better Together for Couples
Contact Info: Krsnanandini Dasi; 216-321-0930; Krsna@dzfi.org; www.dzfi.org
Year Developed: 2000
Program Length: 12-16 hours
Description: Through role plays, coaching, family sculpts, poetry, group activities, and more. Couples learn to communicate respectfully, be skilled parents, identify and live their values, set goals, become team players, manage their finances, and receive tools to resolve conflict.
Language(s): English

Program: The Bliss Seminar
Contact Info: Stephen Baars; 202-265-2547; sbaars@getbliss.com; www.getbliss.com
Year Developed: 1998
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: BLISS is an innovative seminar that uses movie clips and humor to change the way couples think about their relationship. BLISS' underlying philosophy is that most people already possess the skills they need to be fantastic spouses and parents, they just need to learn how to apply those skills in more productive ways.
Language(s): English

Program: Building Twogether
Contact Info: HARP; info@harpcc.com; www.HARPCC.com
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 9 hours
Description: This curriculum was created with the purpose of guiding couples as they navigate new stages of marriage and to foster hope and establish healthy families for a strong community. Our curriculum follows "building a house" model to transmit our message.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Caring Couples, Happy Lives
Contact Info: Elizabeth Sloan; 301-404-8433; elizabeth@caringcouples.com; www.caringcouples.com
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: 6 hours
Description: Secular program addresses communication and conflict skills, personal traits, emotional habits, goals for lifestyle, career, faith, parenting, money and sex; stages of marriage. Includes 6 private sessions, at home exercises, DVDs, online assessments, and workbook.
Language(s): English

Program: CLFC Marriage and Family Enhancement Program
Contact Info: Ted Strader; 502-583-6820; tstrader@sprynet.com; www.copes.org
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 40 hours
Description: The Creating Lasting Family Connections Marriage Enhancement Program provides knowledge and skills to increase marital/family satisfaction. The original CLFC Program is recognized by the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Language(s): English

Program: The CLFC Marriage Enhancement Day
Contact Info: Ted Strader; 502-583-6820; tstrader@sprynet.com; www.copes.org
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: The Creating Lasting Family Connections Marriage Enhancement Day provides knowledge and skills to increase marital satisfaction. This is a new component to the original CLFC Program, recognized by the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Language(s): English

Program: CLFC Marriage Enhancement Program Module (A)
Contact Info: Ted Strader; 502-583-6820; tstrader@sprynet.com; www.copes.org
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 20 hours
Description: The Creating Lasting Family Connections Marriage Enhancement Program provides knowledge and skills to increase marital satisfaction. This is a new component to the original CLFC Program, recognized by the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Language(s): English

Program: CLFC Marriage Enhancement Program Module (B)
Contact Info: Ted Strader; 502-583-6820; tstrader@sprynet.com; www.copes.org
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 20 hours
Description: The Creating Lasting Family Connections Marriage Enhancement Program provides knowledge and skills to increase marital satisfaction. This is a new component to the original CLFC Program, recognized by the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Language(s): English

Program: The Complete Resource Kit: Marriage Mentoring
Contact Info: Les Parrott; 206-281-2178; lpiii@spu.edu; www.realrelationships.com
Year Developed: 2005
Program Length: Flexible
Description: Marriage Mentoring occurs when a seasoned couple comes alongside a less experienced couple and allows them to learn from their successes and troubles. This is engaged and newlywed couples, couples in distress, and couples wanting to move from good to great.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Construire la famille
Contact Info: Corneille Kanene; 243898931510; gasitaki@yahoo.fr
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length:
Description: Un cours d'orientation familiale, les couples desireux d'approfondir en amour conjugal. Ce module de formation est destine aux couples pour etudier le mariage et le foyer, les joies et les vicissitudes du mariage, la maniere d'obtenir une vie de couple harmonieuse/A family orientation course, couples wishing to deepen conjugal love. This training module is intended for couples who want to study marriage and home, the joys and vicissitudes of marriage, the way to get a life together harmoniously
Language(s): French

Program: Couple Checkup
Contact Info: Jennifer Engelhardt; 800-331-1661; jennifere@prepare-enrich.com; www.couplecheckup.com
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: Determined by couple or facilitator
Description: Geared towards enriching and educating, the Couple Checkup is a couple assessment that explores 20 important relationship areas. The online format allows couples to tailor an assessment that is specific to their relationship stage, and the exercises in the discussion guide stimulate productive dialogue for learning, understanding, and growth.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Couples: The Strongest Link
Contact Info: Erin Simile; 888-543-3809; erin@familywellness.com; www.familywellness.com
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 12 hours
Description: Couples: The Strongest Link is a marriage-strengthening curriculum consisting of six basic sessions, with six additional sessions focused on more specific marriage relationship issues (i.e., cross-cultural marriages, in-laws, stepfamilies, power and control)
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Debt Stops At The Altar & Money Talk
Contact Info: Dr. Taffy Wilkins Wagner; 303-576-0670; info@DebtAtTheAltar.com; www.DebtAtTheAltar.com
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 10 hours
Description: Financial education program consisting of five one-hour audio CDs and dowloadable instruction guide titled Money Talk Before The Commitment Walk. This program teaches couples how to communicate effectively and in a non-threatening manner about money on all levels.
Language(s): English

Program: The Eight Habits of a Successful Marriage
Contact Info: John M.R. Covey; 801-362-6641; john.mr.covey@franklincovey.com
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 8-10 hours
Description: Based upon Covey's 7 Habits/ 8 Habits bestseller books. Commitment, character, communication and companionship. Includes easy to read participant guidebook, experiential activities, videos, participant calendar. Hundreds of participants give highest rating.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Empowering Couples Group Program
Contact Info: Jennifer Engelhardt; 800-331-1661; jennifere@prepare-enrich.com; http://www.couplecheckup.com
Year Developed: 2000
Program Length: 12 hours
Description: Based on research with over 20,000 married couples, the Empowering Couples Group Program reviews relevant relationship topics in a flexible format. Each session features a couple quiz, strengths of happy couples, common stumbling blocks, exercises, and DVD illustrations. Together, couples learn how to turn their stumbling blocks into stepping stones.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: FIT Relationships
Contact Info: Laura Granato; 703-636-1200; dr.laura@granatogroup.com; www.fitrelationships.com
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: 30 hours
Description: The program is a comprehensive, skills-based marriage education program to teach couples how to effectively communicate with each other, manage conflict and difficult emotions, appreciate the positive traits in each other, and develop strong social networks.
Language(s): English

Program: Fortified Marriages Manual and Workbook
Contact Info: Chris Garner; 480-699-2515; chris@fortifiedmarriages.com; www.fortifiedmarriages.com
Year Developed: 2005
Program Length: 52 hours
Description: A comprehensive marriage manual helping couples work together to strengthen and improve their marriages. The manual's 52 studies contain several pages of text and questions for couple discussion applying the material to the marriage relationship. Facilitators easily guide couples through the material in small groups or marriage classes.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: From Couple to Couple
Contact Info: Krsnanandini Dasi; 216-321-0930; Krsna@dzfi.org; www.dzfi.org
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 24 hours
Description: From Couple to Couple is a comprehensive, interactive, systematic, train the trainer course for teaching couples in healthy marriages (mentors) to provide relationship skills to other couples. Utilizes the Prepare/Enrich set of inventories.
Language(s): English

Program: Get Going and Grow
Contact Info: Nancy Russell; 336-724-1526; nrussell@bettermarriages.org; www.bettermarriages.org
Year Developed: 1995
Program Length: 27 hours
Description: Support Group curriculum to use as follow-up to any other marriage enrichment program for skill maintenance and ongoing reinforcement of gains made. Uses ACME-style MEG (marriage enrichment group) couple-leadership model for nine monthly sessions (each lasting 2-3 hours).
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Growing Love in Christian Marriage - MIRROR
Contact Info: Richard Hunt; 940-323-0179; glcom@careermarriage.org; www.careermarriage.org
Year Developed: 2001, 2008
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: Topics: Commitment, family networks, communication, conflict management, domestic violence, lifestyle, love, sexuality, finances, work, parenting, legal, life stages, goals. Resources: Couples and Leader books, internet MIRROR inventory, sponsor/mentor couples.
Language(s): English, Spanish translation in progress

Program: Healthy Marriage R.E.C.I.P.E.
Contact Info: Neil Tift; 480-833-5007; aznaffa@aol.com
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 24 hours
Description: While originally developed for Native American couples, it is appropriate and beneficial for couples of other cultures as well. Title Healthy Marriage Recipe refers to Respect, Empowerment, Commitment, Integrity, Passion and Equality.
Language(s): English

Program: I Love You More
Contact Info: Les Parrott; 206-281-2178; lpiii@spu.edu; www.realrelationships.com
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 6 hours
Description: Relationship experts Les & Leslie Parrott show you how everyday problems can actually be used to help you build a stronger marriage.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program:  Just Before You Say I Do!
Contact Info:  Pastor Barbara Ratcliff; 205-492-4362; bratclffa@aol.com; www.heart2heartministry.com
Year Developed:  1999-2001
Program Length:  8 weeks as a self-paced module or as a weekend retreat or 2-3 Day event
Description:  Offers Biblical perspective on dating, mate selection, roles of couples, and communication.  Workbook examines family history, religion, education, spiritual, and secular goals and values, finance and spending, and child rearing.
Language(s):  English

Program: Lasting Love: Skills for Better Relationships
Contact Info: Chris Gertsen; Gerstenchris@aol.com; www.famli.us
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: Practical skills to help couples improve communication, recognize and control anger, enhance their sex lives, and set and manage financial goals. Four 2-hour segments.
Language(s): English

Program: Love Talk: Speak Each Other's Language
Contact Info: Les Parrott; 206-281-2178; lpiii@spu.edu; www.realrelationships.com
Year Developed: 2005
Program Length: 14 hours
Description: Relationship experts Les & Leslie Parrott reveal a revolutionary way to improve your communication. Learn your specific "talk style," discover your spouse's, then speak each other's language like never before.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Loving Relationships
Contact Info: Rita DeMaria, Ph.D. and Veronica Haggerty, MA; 215-628-2450; MarriageDoctor@aol.com; www.PaMRC.com
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 16 hours
Description: Eight lessons 1 1/2 to 2 hours in length. Each lesson has one to three exercises and or handouts for participants to do individually, as a couple or in small groups. All lessons provide for group discussions and has detailed Leader Guide instructions.
Language(s): English

Program:  Loving Couples Loving Children (LCLC)
Contact Info:  Michele Malarney, Ph.D.; 206-388-4578; info@lclconline.org; www.lclconline.org
Year Developed:  2004
Program Length:  24 - 58 Hours
Description:  LCLC is an innovative, powerful couples' curriculum built on the world-renowned, ground-breaking research of Dr. John Gottman. LCLC brings to your organization quality "start-to-finish" curriculum materials, expert training, and customized support.  The curriculum is designed in two-hour modules.
Languages(s):  English; Spanish

Program: LuvPak "A Communication Series for Couples"
Contact Info: Katherine Greene; 404-702-3372; katherine@ckcommitted.com; www.ckcommitted.com
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 4-6 hours
Description: An innovative new way for couples to communicate through interactive couple activities that engages them in healthy dialogue to strengthen their relationship. LuvPak is a series that spices up communication between couples verbally and non-verbally.
Language(s): English

Program: Marital Resiliency
Contact Info: Neil Tift; 480-833-5007; aznaffa@aol.com; www.maritalresiliency.com
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 16 hours
Description: This course applies resiliency principles to couple relationships. Sessions are offered in Arizona and may be scheduled in other locations. Appropriate for faith-based groups and in secular organizations.
Language(s): English

Program: Marriage 101 - Marriage Enrichment
Contact Info: Jewell Powell; 301-743-5654; jewell@marriage101.us; www.marriage101.us
Year Developed: 2010
Program Length: 10 hours
Description: The Marriage 101 curriculum is a Christian resource which consists of an eight session power point presentation with 2 bonus CD's, leader guide, and interactive activities that will help couples create strong, fulfilling marriages.
Language(s): English

Program: Marriage Centers - Couples in Crisis Training
Contact Info: Sal Frasca; 516-909-1200; info@marriagecenters.com; www.marriagecenters.com
Year Developed: 2003
Program Length: 8 hours
Description: Training is for couples in any stage of their relationship. It provides skills using generally accepted core principles, including an understanding of Re-friending and Human Natural Wiring. It is an 8 hour, one day group format.
Language(s): English

Program: Marriage LINKS
Contact Info: John VanEpp; 330-321-3527; VanEpp@nojerks.com; www.nojerks.com
Year Developed: 2003
Program Length: 10 hours
Description: Teaches couples how to keep their relationship strong and resilient. Gain skills for communication, conflict resolution, forgiveness, and rebuilding trust, mutually satisfying personal needs, deepening commitment, constructing a marriage story, and growing sexually.
Language(s): English, Spanish, Korean, and Mandarin

Program: Marriage Mentoring: 12 Conversations
Contact Info: Edward Gray; 901-681-9200; egray@harding.edu; www.12Conversations.com
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 12-18 hours
Description: A conversation guide provides structure for couples to share their wisdom and lives through mutual story telling. This proactive program nurtures marriages before serious problems arise. Mentors are trained to be travel guides for marriage, not counselors.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: Mastering the Mysteries of Love
Contact Info: Mary Ortwein; 502-227-0055; mary@skillswork.org; www.skillswork.org
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 12-16 hours
Description: This new presentation of Bernard Guerney's Relationship Enhancement (RE) program teaches love skills in easy and fun-to-learn ways. During the program you will learn the 10 RE skills, solve 3 problems, and identify 10 practices to nurture your marriage every day.
Language(s): English, Spanish, and Korean

Program: Matrimonio Activo y Mejores Practicas
Contact Info: Kelly Simpson; 214-369-5717; ksimpson@activerelationships.com; www.activerelationships.com
Year Developed: 2007
Program Length: 8-12 hours
Description: For singles and couples. Evidence-based, promising practices of healthy marriages – communication, emotion regulation, positive attitudes, and conflict resolution. Meets all ACF required criteria for marriage education programming.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: PAIRS Foundation
Contact Info: Seth Eisenberg; 877-724-7748; info@pairs.com; www.pairs.com
Year Developed: 1977; 2008
Program Length: 9-12 hours
Description: Practical Application of Intimate Relationship Skills (PAIRS) courses include proven lessons for deeper emotional understanding and practical skills for confiding, deepening empathy, listening, dealing with differences, and nurturing successful relationships.
Language(s): English, Spanish, and Hebrew

Program: Playful Relationships Playshop
Contact Info: Joan Hacket; 360-696-1615; Keith@keithhackett.net; www.playfulrelationships.com
Year Developed: 2004
Program Length: 4-20 hours
Description: Couples learn to go back to the basics of creating and sustaining relationships – dating and taking time to play and thus improving communication and intimacy skills. In the playshop, couples relax, play, and have fun and experiential rediscover skills and add new ones.
Language(s): English

Program: PREP
Contact Info: 800-366-0166; info@prepinc.com; www.prepinc.com
Year Developed: 1980
Program Length: 12 hours
Description: PREP (Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program) is one of the most comprehensive and well respected marriage enhancing programs available. PREP is a skills based and principles-building curriculum designed to help partners increase their positive connections.
Language(s): English, Spanish

Program: PREPARE/ENRICH
Contact Info: Jennifer Engelhardt; 800-331-1661; jennifere@prepare-enrich.com; www.preparetolast.com
Year Developed: 1980
Program Length: 12 hours
Description: PREPARE/ENRICH helps couples examine major relationship issues through assessment and feedback. The inventory is administered by a trained facilitator and the results are addressed in a series of couple feedback sessions. Facilitators work with couples to encourage communication, conflict resolution, and exploration of their relationship strengths and areas for growth.
Language(s): English, Spanish, Korean, and Chinese

Program: PREPARE to Last
Contact Info: Jennifer Engelhardt; 800-331-1661; jennifere@prepare-enrich.com; www.preparetolast.com
Year Developed: 2006
Program Length: 8-10 hours
Description: PREPARE to Last is a group program for seriously dating, engaged, and newlywed couples. It is designed to equip couples with the knowledge and skills to prepare for a healthy lasting marriage. Ideal for groups and retreats, the program incorporates DVD-based teaching, workbook exercises, and an online assessment.
Language(s): English

Program: Relationship Enhancement for Refugees and Immigrants
Contact Info: Goli Amin; 502-227-0055; gamin@uscridc.org; www.refugees.org
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 24 hours
Description: This presentation of Bernard Guerney's Relationship Enhancement Program (RE) teaches the 10 RE skills and financial education to refugees and immigrants in 3 eight hour modules.
Language(s): English

Program: Relationship Enhancement Program
Contact Info: Rob Scuka; 301-986-1479; robscuka@earthlink.net; www.nire.org
Year Developed: 2005
Program Length: 12-14 hours
Description: This presentation of Bernard Guerney's Relationship Enhancement Program (RE) teaches the 10 RE skills through demonstrations and couple dialogues. It is especially suited to the needs of troubled couples on a week-end format.
Language(s): English, Spanish, French, Korean, and Chinese

Program: Relationship Rhythm How to be a H.O.T. Partner
Contact Info: Michael Williams; 813-784-5387; admin@i-kwip.com; www.relationshiprhythm.com
Year Developed: 2008
Program Length: 2-8 hours
Description: Relationship Rhythm is a cool fusion of Latin Dance and Relationship Education. It's a fun, exciting, and interactive way to enhance your relationship skills and learn Latin Dance at the same time!
Language(s): English

Program: Right Steps
Contact Info: Nancy Russell; 336-724-1526; nrussell@bettermarriages.org; www.bettermarriages.org
Year Developed: 1995
Program Length: 18-20 hours
Description: 8-12 hour marriage education curriculum ideally suited for couple leadership team to deliver 8 weekly (2-3 hour) sessions covering communication skills, intimacy building, conflict resolution, goal setting/relationship envisioning in "ACME tradition."
Language(s): English

Program: Romance Activo y Intimidad
Contact Info: Kelly Simpson; 214-369-5717; ksimpson@activerelationships.com; www.activerelationships.com
Year Developed: 2003
Program Length: 12-16 hours
Description: For couples. Bust myths. Increase romantic understanding. Learn essential information and develop ways to build emotional closeness and well-being. Topics presented do not encourage at-risk behaviors and engender respect for self.
Language(s): Spanish

Program: R&R Rebuild and Restore Your Marriage
Contact Info: Don Smith; 231-744-0966; bridge2life@hotmail.com; www.bridgetolife.org
Year Developed: 1996
Program Length: 24 hours
Description: A compassionate, yet straight forward, 12-week seminar series designed to lead a couple through the process of learning how to identify and deal with the root problems of their marriage. It also provides guidance toward healing conflict and disharmony.
Language(s): English

Program:  Succeed in Marriage
Contact Info:  Renato Cardoso; 713-244-4145; brc@succeedinlife.org; www.succeedinlife.org
Year Developed:  2009
Program Length:  9 hours
Description:  Learn how to identify the root problems in your marriage, how to communicate better, solve conflict, and learn 27 tools you can use anytime to deal with any marriage situation you may encounter.  The focus of the program is to provide permanent, lasting solutions.
Language(s):  English

Program:  The Third Option
Contact Info:  Patricia Ennis, L.M.S.W.; 315-472-6728; pat@thethirdoption.com ; www.thethirdoption.com
Year Developed: 1988
Program Length: It is on-going - participants stay as long as needed.  But, the format is to meet for 2 hours at a time.
Description: The Third Option is an on-going manual-based group program for struggling marriages.  It has three components: 1) 14 skill-building workshops (which recycle), 2) sharing by mentors (who have overcome serious problems), and 3) a support group.  Orientation for newcomers.  Recipient of a Smart Marriages Impact Award.  Cost: free-will offering.
Language(s): English and worksheets available in Spanish

Program: With These Rings
Contact Info: Stephen Frueh; 805-527-2600; stephen@withtheserings.com; www.withtheserings.com
Year Developed: 2005
Program Length: 8-100 hours
Description: With These Rings is a new paradigm for teaching marriage. It includes: 1. The Three Journeys within Marriage; 2. A Need based Philosophy of Marriage; 3. A strategy for returning to the Genesis of your Love. Skills and competencies woven throughout.
Language(s): English

Program: World Class Marriage
Contact Info: Patty Howell; 760-436-3960; HJTrainings@aol.com; www.worldclassmarriage.com
Year Developed: 2001
Program Length: 15 hours
Description: Based upon well-researched foundation of empathy, acceptance and genuineness, World Class Marriage teaches couples "16 Pillars" that are concrete and practical tools for relationship success. Workbook exercises help couples integrate skills into their daily lives.
Language(s): English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Dutch

Program: Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Contact Info: WWME National Headquarters -  909-863-9963; OfficeAdmin@wwme.org; www.wwme.org
Year Developed: 1960
Program Length: Weekend-long program, Friday 8 pm until Sunday 4 pm
Description: For married couples who value their marriage. A safe atmosphere where couples gain insight into personality and listening styles, expectations, disappointments, and hopes; where couples listen to clear, modeled examples of intentional and increasing openness; where couples gently risk sharing themselves down to the intimacy of feelings. 12 different Christian faith expressions sponsor and support these events.
Language(s): English, Spanish, and Korean