Serving as a Power of Attorney in Florida

Course Delivery: All content is delivered online, allowing participants to learn at their own pace and on their own schedule.

Structure: The program includes six sequential pre-recorded lectures and PowerPoint presentations, each unlocking as the previous lesson is completed to support progressive learning.

Live Session: On the final Saturday of the program, participants are invited to join a live, two-hour Zoom Q&A session with instructors. This interactive session provides an opportunity to ask questions and deepen understanding through discussion.

📋Overview
This course delivers a foundational overview of the legal and practical responsibilities of serving as a Power of Attorney (POA) in Florida. Participants will examine statutory roles, types of POAs, agent powers and limitations, and fiduciary duties. Emphasis is placed on execution requirements, “super” powers, and interpreting POA documents through real-world scenarios and legal guidance.

⚖️Big Picture: Fiduciary Duties
This course provides a comprehensive overview of fiduciary duties under Florida’s Power of Attorney statutes, focusing on the legal obligations and ethical standards agents must uphold. Participants will explore key responsibilities including loyalty, confidentiality, care, and recordkeeping, as well as the scope of authority, liability issues, and termination of powers. Through statutory analysis and practical guidance, learners will gain the tools to act responsibly and confidently in POA roles.

✅Responsibilities and Best Practices
This course offers a practical and in-depth exploration of the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices involved in serving as a Power of Attorney in Florida. Participants will gain insight into fiduciary duties, financial and healthcare decision-making, estate plan preservation, and legal remedies for misconduct. Through real-world scenarios and expert guidance, learners will understand how to act ethically, communicate effectively, and navigate complex situations with confidence and care.

📣Effective Advocacy and Communication
This course covers essential strategies for effective advocacy and communication when serving as a Power of Attorney in Florida. Participants will learn how to onboard clients, set expectations, and navigate fiduciary duties and interpersonal dynamics. Practical tools and real-world scenarios help prepare agents to communicate clearly and act confidently in complex situations.

🩺Incapacity Issues and Health Care Surrogates
This course addresses the legal and practical challenges of incapacity and working with healthcare surrogates in Florida. Topics include diminished capacity, guardianship, surrogate duties, informed consent, and the overlap between POA and healthcare roles. Participants will gain tools to navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence.

🎯Setting You Up for Success
This course provides practical guidance for successfully serving as an agent under a Power of Attorney in Florida. Participants will learn best practices for recordkeeping, financial oversight, working with care teams, and navigating institutions. The course also addresses common questions about POA authority, revocation, naming agents, and managing responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on building a reliable support network and understanding fiduciary duties to ensure ethical and effective service.

📜Comprehensive Assessment
For learners who wish to earn a digital badge as proof of role readiness, completion of all six courses will be followed by a comprehensive assessment.

• $300 program fee
• Includes full course access, materials/resources, and live Q&A session via Zoom
• Ideal for members of the public who are interested in learning how to serve as a power of attorney, without the need for the final exam, digital badge, or certificate

• $750 program and examination fee
• Includes full course access, materials/resources, live Q&A session via Zoom, and required final exam.
• Upon successful completion of the final exam, Stetson University College of Law will issue a certificate and digital badge to showcase their practical expertise
• CLE credits, CEU credit, Paralegal credit may be awarded upon completion of all course components

Tuition must be paid in full before the course start date. Please note that tuition is non-refundable.

This program does not offer scholarships or financial aid.

What is a digital badge?

Digital badges are online representations of skills, achievements, or certifications. Each badge contains metadata that provides details about the issuer, the criteria for earning the badge, and evidence of the achievement. They can be showcased on platforms such as LinkedIn, and serve as a modern way to visually and verifiably demonstrate one's accomplishments and skills.

Are textbooks or other materials required for this program?

No - all required materials are provided online. There's no need to purchase textbooks or additional resources.

Can I apply these courses towards a Law degree at Stetson University?

No. The courses within the fiduciary program do not carry academic credit and cannot be applied toward any degree programs at Stetson University College of Law. Participation in these courses will not result in a degree, alumni status, or earned academic credit at Stetson University or Stetson University College of Law, nor will it be recorded on their transcripts. Additionally, it does not guarantee admission to Stetson University, Stetson University College of Law, or any other institution. .

How much CLE credit will I earn?

Stetson Law has applied to the Florida Bar for CLE credits for each of the courses within the program. While Stetson Law does not apply for or pay for CLE credits in states other than Florida, we will provide attorneys with the materials needed to apply for CLE credits in other states. Attorneys should contact their state's Bar association with specific questions about obtaining CLE credits for these courses.

What is your cancellation/refund policy?

Stetson Cancellation: If Stetson University College of Law needs to cancel a course for any reason, participants will be notified at least 24 hours in advance by phone or email. In the case of a course cancellation, a full 100% refund will be issued to each registered participant.

Attendee Cancellation: Stetson Law will provide a refund, minus a $75 cancellation fee per course, for any cancellation requests received by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the fourteenth (14) business day before the course start date. Business days are Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. No refunds will be granted for cancellations received within thirteen (13) business days of the course start date or for cancellations made after the course begins. Additionally, once you access the online course materials, you will no longer be eligible for a refund.