At Good Success Home Study, LLC and Steven Sweeney & Associates, LLC, we specialize in creating innovative online Diversion courses tailored specifically to meet the needs of the South Carolina Solicitors Diversion Programs. Our courses are uniquely designed to address the consequences of unforced errors—poor choices—that lead individuals into unnecessary legal and personal dilemmas.

Our Educational Philosophy
In sports, an “unforced error” is a mistake made purely by a player’s misjudgment, not by the opponent’s skill or activity. Similarly, many legal entanglements are the direct result of poor choices made without external compulsion. Our courses focus on this critical aspect of decision-making. We aim to help our clients understand that the legal issues they face are often symptoms of broader behavioral patterns that can be corrected through targeted intervention.

How Our Courses Work
Our approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Interactive Journaling. These methodologies are integrated to form a comprehensive teaching style that is:

• Interactive: Engaging clients actively with scenarios and decision-making exercises that reflect real-life situations.
• Reflective: Encouraging personal reflection through journaling activities that help clients consider the consequences of their choices.
• Transformative: Aiming to produce a fundamental change in behavior by addressing underlying cognitive and emotional patterns.

Course Design and Legal Integration
Each course is meticulously crafted around specific South Carolina laws, providing clients not only with the understanding of their legal obligations but also with the societal implications of their actions. By emphasizing the legal frameworks and potential penalties, we help solidify the importance of making informed, lawful choices. Courses are updated regularly to reflect the latest changes in legislation, ensuring that our content is always relevant and accurate.

Broadening Perspectives
We encourage our clients to think critically about the circumstances that led to their interaction with the law. By examining the root causes of their actions, typically a series of poor choices, clients learn to identify and modify behaviors that might lead to future issues. This broader thinking helps them see beyond the immediate consequences to the long-term effects of their decisions on their lives and the lives of others.

Accessibility and Adaptability
Understanding that our clients have diverse needs, all courses are available in multiple languages and are designed to accommodate various learning styles and capacities. This includes adjustments for clients with low reading levels, limited access to technology, or language barriers.

Our Commitment
The goal of each course is not only to educate but also to inspire change, reduce recidivism, and foster a deeper understanding of personal accountability and growth. We are committed to helping our clients turn their interactions with the legal system into opportunities for life improvement, ensuring they have the tools to make better choices consistently.
By participating in our courses, clients embark on a journey of self-improvement that extends beyond legal compliance, aiming for a holistic enhancement of their personal and social functioning. Through our detailed, law-based curriculum and compassionate, educational approach, we strive to make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

Custom Course Development
We also offer the opportunity to create customized courses tailored to meet the specific needs of South Carolina’s 16 Judicial Circuits. If you have a particular requirement or need a course adapted for a specific demographic or issue, we are here to collaborate and develop a solution that meets your needs.

How Our Flexible Payment Plan Works:
1. Start Now, Pay Later: Clients can enroll in courses (except the $25 TEP), and begin their learning journey immediately—no initial payment required. But our preference is that this option NOT be offered at the outset. Please allow the client to request it first.

2. Clients can Complete their Course(s): Take the time they need to engage fully with the course content, participate in interactive interventions, and complete all required activities and journaling exercises. Their progress is recorded in real-time, allowing them to move at a pace that suits their PTI/AEP/ DSS and legal commitments.

3. Payment Post-Completion: Once clients have completed the course(s), and honored the payment plan arrangement, the successful completion certificate will be emailed to the case manager.

4. Support and Communication: Throughout your course and the payment process, our team is available to assist with any questions or concerns the clients may have. We are committed to making this process as straightforward and stress-free as possible. We are available by text from 6 AM to 11 PM seven days a week & all holidays.

Commitment to Accessibility:
This payment plan is part of our commitment to making our educational programs accessible to all participants, regardless of their financial situation. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to learn and grow, especially when working towards personal change and legal rehabilitation.

For more information about our courses or to discuss your specific needs, please contact Steve directly at Steve@GoodSuccess.net or 803.242.0778. Direct access for case managers is also available at 864.907.7959.

By participating in our courses and utilizing this flexible payment option, clients can focus on what truly matters—their personal development and the successful completion of their diversion program. We are here to support the case manager and referred client every step of the way.

• Multiple Course Selection: Case managers have the flexibility to select and assign multiple courses from our catalog that they deem necessary for the client’s development. This selection can be tailored to address various aspects of the client’s behavior and circumstances, providing a holistic approach to education and improvement.
• Single Course Fee: To simplify the payment process and make our courses more accessible, clients will only be required to pay one course fee, regardless of the number of courses assigned. This consolidated fee structure is designed to reduce financial burden and encourage comprehensive participation in necessary educational programs.
• Lifetime Text Support: Once clients successfully complete their course work, they are not only congratulated and encouraged to celebrate their achievements but are also provided with the opportunity to stay connected with lifetime support. Clients can reach out via text at any time for advice, guidance, or simply to share updates on their progress.

*All Courses are available in Spanish and other languages.
*All Courses can be modified to meet clients’ individual needs.
*All Courses are Specific to South Carolina State Law.
*All Course can be delivered in multiple formats.

(Effective: June 21, 2024)