Online Class: Single Parenting

Learn how to overcome obstacles and develop a great support system for your child as a single parent in this online course.

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  • 10
    Lessons
  • 12
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 920
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Empowerment for Single Parents: Thriving Amidst Challenges

The journey of parenthood is a winding path filled with both enchanting moments and unexpected challenges. Embarking on this journey alone, as a single parent, can amplify these emotions and add unique complexities to the mix. With no partner to share the daily ups and downs, single parents often bear the brunt of societal judgment, navigate complicated conversations about the absent parent with their child, and grapple with heightened stress levels. Joint custody scenarios, while shared, can bring about their own intricate dance of coordination and potential for heightened tensions.

Introducing our comprehensive course, "Empowerment for Single Parents." This meticulously designed program serves as a beacon of light, illuminating the way forward with actionable strategies, compassionate insights, and practical solutions tailored for those navigating the world of single parenting. Celebrate the distinct joys that a single-parent family can offer, while mastering the skills to overcome the unique challenges you face.

What can you expect from this transformative course?

  • Deep Dive into Parenting Dynamics: Understand the nuances of single parenting with a lexicon of words and phrases commonly used in these scenarios. Equip yourself with sensitive, yet direct methods to handle intricate conversations with your child, fostering a safe and understanding environment.

  • Behavioral Insights: Discover the underlying behavioral patterns of children raised in single-parent households. Recognize signs, respond appropriately, and build a harmonious bond based on trust and mutual respect.

  • Life-Balance Mastery: Learn how to strike a balance between personal aspirations, professional responsibilities, and parental duties. Delve into time-management hacks, emotional well-being tools, and techniques to streamline your day-to-day activities.

  • Financial Acumen: Equip yourself with strategies to manage financial responsibilities head-on. From budgeting tips to securing a stable financial future, we provide you with the tools to maintain both short-term stability and long-term security.

  • Self-Care & Resilience: Recognize the importance of caring for yourself amidst the hustle of single parenthood. Explore holistic wellness strategies, relaxation techniques, and ways to build resilience, ensuring you're at your best for both yourself and your child.

This course is meticulously crafted not just for single parents eager to thrive but is also an invaluable resource for professionals in child development or related fields. It’s not just about enduring the journey but reveling in it, fully empowered. Join us, and together, let's transform the narrative of single parenting from challenging to empowering.

 

  • 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:
4.6 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(545 votes)

Lesson 1: What Is a Single Parent?

11 Points
Now, in the early part of the 21st century, for a variety of reasons, single-parent families account for about 28 percent of all family units at any one time. Additional lesson topics: Single-Parent Families; Blended Family; Several survival tips for single parents
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2: Behavior Patterns of Single-Parent Children

10 Points
While its true that any child can exhibit unacceptable behavior, aggression and behavioral problems, including misbehavior at school, are higher for children in single parent families versus children in two parent (intact) families. Additional lesson topics: Parenting and parent predictors of changes in child Behavior problems
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 2

Lesson 3: The Benefits of Single-Parent Families

9 Points
Even though single-parent families face many challenges, there are many benefits involved, as well. This lesson will explore those benefits. Additional lesson topics: Benefits to Being a Single Parent
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 3

Lesson 4: Single-Parenting Challenges

10 Points
In Lesson 4, well discuss the challenges and disadvantages for both parents and children in a single-parent household. Additional lesson topics: The Challenges of Single Parenthood; Single-Parent Families; Single-Parent Families
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 4

Lesson 5: Co-parenting and Visitation

12 Points
Parental interactions, how far parents live from one another, age of children all these things, and more, come into play when crafting a plan for parental visitation and custody. The most important consideration, however, is the welfare of the children. Additional lesson topics: Child Custody Parenting Plans; Co-Parenting After Divorce; The Do's and Don'ts of Co-Parenting Well
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 5

Lesson 6: Dealing With the Non-Custodial Parent

13 Points
This lesson will discuss various types of hostile or inconsistent non-custodial parents and possible resources. This information applies specifically to divorced parents. Additional lesson topics: Child Custody, Child Support and Visitation; Child Custody; What Should You do if The Non-Custodial Parent Refuses to Visit the Children?
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 6

Lesson 7: Balancing Your Single-Parent Life

11 Points
This lesson will explore some of the balancing challenges single parents face, ways to help ease the stress, and cope with various situations. Additional lesson topics: Work-Life Balance Tips for Single Parents; Stress; Take a Deep Breath; Finding a healthy balance: The single parent formula
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 7

Lesson 8: Money and Finances

12 Points
This lesson will explore various strategies for managing money as a single parent. Additional lesson topics: Budget; Stretch One Income: Financial Help for Single Parents; Financial Help for Single Parents
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 8

Lesson 9: Self-Care

9 Points
This lesson will explore why and how to practice good self-care. Additional lesson topics: Make Time for Yourself
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 9

Lesson 10: Roads to Success for Single-Parent Families

63 Points
In our final lesson, we will explore some ways to build Team Family and how to talk honestly, yet appropriately, with your children.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Your Opinion Matters: Course Rating; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
  • Assessment: Exam 10
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
160
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define what it means to be a single parent.
  • Describe behavior patterns of single-parent children.
  • Describe the benefits of single-parent families.
  • Recognize single-parenting challenges.
  • Identify co-parenting and visitation.
  • Determine ways to dealing with the non-custodial parent.
  • Describe methods for balancing your single-parent life.
  • Recognize how money and finances affect single-parenting.
  • Summarize successful strategies you can use or recommend for single-parent families.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Single Parenting
Course Number: 8900327
Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (545 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: Accessible from any state in the U.S., this course covers key areas such as California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The course is also offered in English-speaking nations like Australia, Canada, the UK, and South Africa.
Last Updated: June 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.3 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
Instructor: UniversalClass Instructional Team
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I really enjoyed this class. Besides just focusing on my current situation, it gave me opportunity to look at things from a much larger view point. I would definitely recommend other single parents to take this course. I am extremely grateful to have found these classes." -- Maya S.
  • "It was a helpful tool in becoming an even better mom. Thank you!" -- Erin G.
  • "Thank you it was a great course!" -- Jessica M.