Online Class: Positive Parenting Techniques

This course will give you the knowledge-base and concrete strategies to use positive parenting right away and with success.

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  • 10
    Lessons
  • 12
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 3,457
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 5
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.5
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

"Nurturing with Intent: Mastering the Art of Positive Parenting"

Parenting, an intricate dance of emotions and responsibilities, stands at the intersection of profound joy and immense challenges. Our course, "Nurturing with Intent", crafts a path through the complexities of raising children, offering a harmonious blend of theory, practicality, and empathy. Dive deep into the world of positive parenting, a philosophy that doesn't just change behavior – it transforms lives.

Course Highlights:

  • The Heart of Interaction: Experience the metamorphosis of daily engagements with your child. Unravel the beauty of calm, constructive interactions that replace chaos with serenity, and miscommunication with understanding.

  • Cultivating Emotional Mastery: Equip your children with the tools to navigate their emotions. Witness them blossom as they recognize, comprehend, and constructively channel their feelings, thoughts, and actions.

  • Building a Resilient Self-Identity: Create an environment where children are not just loved, but also celebrated. Empower them to embrace a robust sense of self-worth, derived from genuine competence and unwavering acceptance.

  • Laying the Theoretical Groundwork: Traverse the landscape of positive parenting through its foundational theories. Appreciate its roots, evolution, and the scientific rationale that underscores its efficacy.

  • Shaping Behavior with Compassion: Discover the nuances of instilling discipline without dampening spirits. Learn the art of setting boundaries, appreciating commendable actions, and implementing consequences that resonate with logic and natural outcomes.

  • Igniting Minds and Hearts: Go beyond mere behavioral guidance. Illuminate pathways that nurture not just your child's intellectual faculties, but also their emotional intelligence – twin pillars that uphold their future success and contentment.

  • Pragmatic Parenting Playbook: Dive into a treasure trove of real-life situations spanning infancy to adolescence. Witness the principles of positive parenting come alive, offering you both inspiration and actionable insights.

  • Universal Appeal: While designed primarily for parents, this course transcends that boundary. It's a beacon for anyone invested in a child's life – be it grandparents, educators, caregivers, or mentors.

Embark on a transformative journey with "Nurturing with Intent". Whether you're at the onset of your parenting voyage or seeking to enrich an ongoing one, this course promises insights that resonate and techniques that inspire. It's more than a course; it's a movement towards mindful, joyous parenting. Join us, and let's co-create nurturing spaces for our young ones, one positive interaction at a time.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.74 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(1,332 votes)

Lesson 1: Introduction to Positive Parenting

11 Points
The central foundation for positive parenting is that parents have a powerful influence on how children thrive and build resilience. Additional lesson topics: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk; Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2: Major Influences on Positive Parenting

10 Points
We will take a look at seven major influences. These are positive psychology, parenting styles, attachment theory, child guidance, behaviorism, social learning theory, and child development. Additional lesson topics: Review and Criticisms of Attachment Theory; What Is Positive Psychology, and What Is It Not?; Parenting styles: A guide for the science-minded
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 2

Lesson 3: The Importance of Understanding Child Development

10 Points
We will cover the areas in which knowledge is strong and where it is lacking on what parents know about child development. Additional lesson topics: Why study child development?; FOUNDATIONOFCHILDDEVELOPMENT org.; Child Development and Early Learning Why it is important to share and act on this information
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 3

Lesson 4: Establishing a Close, Healthy Parent-Child Relationship

10 Points
In this lesson we will look at the evidence for how such relationships are connected to optimal child outcomes, their main characteristics, the practices that support them, and how they develop over the course of a child's life. Additional lesson topics: Building a Great Relationship with Your Child; Parental Relationship Quality and Child Outcomes Across Subgroups
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 4

Lesson 5: Effectively Guiding Behavior

12 Points
A large part of the positive parenting approach is about effectively guiding children's behavior. Additional lesson topics: How Parents Affect a Child's Socialization; Several Ways Discipline and Punishment are Not the Same
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 5

Lesson 6: Fostering Emotional Intelligence

10 Points
In this lesson we will look at the definition of emotional intelligence, how the parent can serve as an emotion coach, and the specific skills children need to attain. Additional lesson topics: What is Emotional Intelligence and Why You Should Care; Can Emotional Intelligence Be Taught?
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 6

Lesson 7: Supporting Cognitive Abilities and Education

10 Points
In this lesson, we will look at what makes up cognitive abilities, learning theories, and how to support good educational outcomes. Additional lesson topics: Theories of Cognitive Development; Several Ways to Promote Your Child's Cognitive Development; Cognitive Development Domain
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 7

Lesson 8: Setting Up for Success

10 Points
In this lesson, we will cover key areas for parents to work on, including organization and routines, what to ignore, controlling our own emotions and actions, better understanding children�s motivations and needs, and guidelines for effective family communication. Additional lesson topics: Positive Parent- Anger Management Support
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 8

Lesson 9: Positive Parenting in Action

10 Points
In this lesson we will cover the overarching characteristics of each major developmental period, followed by presenting a common situation in each. Additional lesson topics: Action for Happiness; Positive Parenting: Accept Feelings, Limit Actions
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 9

Lesson 10: Challenges, Putting It All Together, and Resources

61 Points
In the final lesson, we�re going to explore the challenges parents and caregivers often face when using the positive parenting approach.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
  • Assessment: Exam 10
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
154
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define positive parenting.
  • Describe major influences on positive parenting.
  • Summarize the importance of understanding child development.
  • Describe methods for establishing a close, healthy parent-child relationship.
  • Recognize effectively guiding behavior.
  • Identify ways to foster emotional intelligence.
  • Define ways to cognitive abilities and education.
  • Summarize challenges and roadblocks you may encounter when parenting.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Positive Parenting Techniques
Course Number: 9770422
Lessons Rating: 4.74 / 5 Stars (1,332 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Available across all 50 U.S. states, this course includes key regions such as California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also open in major English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, the UK, and Ireland.
Last Updated: July 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.5 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I enjoyed this course immensely and it will help me a lot when minding my grandchildren, I'm sure. I can't think of anything that was left out." -- Anne D.
  • "Very helpful and explained quite a lot of important behavioral issues I was not aware as part of a child's growth." -- Muchazviona C.
  • "This was a fabulous course! I have walked away with tools in my toolbox for helping raise not only my own children but also helping my students. Thank you!" -- Kimberly S.
  • "I'm glad I took this course. It was more challenging than I thought. I especially enjoyed learning about the different stages of child development, physically and mentally. I also enjoyed learning about the different parenting style characteristics and the effects on children. Moving forward, this course has already provided me with some insights on better understanding my grandchildren, which is the main reason I took this course." -- Maria H.
  • "This was great and very helpful. I learned a lot as I am dealing with a preteen right now and these techniques have been helping." -- Elizabeth A.
  • "I enjoyed this course and learned valuable information on positive parenting." -- Laura E.
  • "I enjoyed this class. It was helpful and encouraging." -- Erin G.
  • "The course was very helpful and a bit challenging but really helped me develop new skills." -- Ila M.
  • "Great course with lots of useful material!" -- Krysta M.
  • "Great course." -- Nathan F.
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