Online Class: Basic Parenting Skills
no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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15Lessons
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17Exams &
Assignments -
103Students
have taken this course -
5Hours
average time -
0.5CEUs
Course Description
Parenting is one of life's most rewarding-and challenging-adventures. Yet, no one hands us a manual the day our children are born. The truth is, great parenting isn't instinctive; it's learned. Whether you're preparing for the arrival of your first child or navigating the complex needs of growing children, this course is your essential guide to becoming the parent you've always dreamed of being.
Imagine understanding your child on a deeper level-knowing what they need before they have to ask, addressing behaviors with confidence, and fostering a relationship rooted in trust and mutual respect. This isn't just wishful thinking; it's achievable, and this course will show you how.
This isn't just another parenting class. It's a transformative experience that combines the latest in child development research with practical, actionable strategies you can use immediately. Through engaging, real-world examples and a warm, conversational approach, you'll uncover the secrets of positive discipline, how to communicate effectively with children, and the art of nurturing self-esteem and resilience.
You'll learn to see your child not as a mystery to solve but as a unique individual to guide. From understanding their temperament and intellectual development to learning how to instill values and meet emotional needs, this course equips you with tools to tackle parenting's greatest challenges with grace and purpose.
But this course isn't just about your child-it's about you, too. It's about helping you grow into the confident, compassionate parent you want to be. It's about reducing power struggles and self-doubt, and replacing them with strategies that work and a deep sense of fulfillment.
Perfect for parents, grandparents, caretakers, and educators alike, this course isn't just about raising healthy, well-adjusted children-it's about shaping the next generation of kind, curious, and capable adults.
By the time you finish, you won't just be equipped with knowledge-you'll be transformed. You'll never look at parenting the same way again. So why wait? The parent you aspire to be is within reach. Enroll today, and take the first step on a journey that will change your life-and your child's-for the better.
- 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
Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Cultivating Confident and Compassionate Adults
- Lesson 1 Video
- Lesson discussions: Parenting Skills Course; Reasons for Taking this Course
- Complete Assignment: An Introduction
- Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam
Lesson 2. Erikson's Stages: A Framework for Growth
- Lesson 2 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam
Lesson 3. Unveiling the Layers of Temperament in Children
- Lesson 3 Video
- Lesson discussions: Temperament
- Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam
Lesson 4. Curiosity Unleashed
- Lesson 4 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam
Lesson 5. The Essentials of Parent-Child Communication
- Lesson 5 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam
Lesson 6. Forging Futures: The Role of Discipline in Nurturing Character
- Lesson 6 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam
Lesson 7. Building Your Child's Self-Worth: A Guide to Self-Esteem
- Lesson 7 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
Lesson 8. Values & Morals: Foundations of Character
- Lesson 8 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
Lesson 9. Cultural Influences on Childhood Social Skills
- Lesson 9 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
Lesson 10. Nurturing the Next Generation: A Guide to Meeting Your Child's Needs
- Lesson 10 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Lesson 11. Modeling Integrity and Authenticity
- Lesson 11 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
Lesson 12. Redefining the Family: Diversity in the 21st Century
- Lesson 12 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
Lesson 13. Transformative Parenting: Principles for Nurturing Resilient Children
- Lesson 13 Video
- Lesson discussions: Eating Dinner
- Assessment: Lesson 13 Exam
Lesson 14. Parenting: A Love-Fueled Journey
- Lesson 14 Video
- Assessment: Lesson 14 Exam
Lesson 15. Empowering Parents Through Knowledge
- Lesson 15 Video
- Lesson discussions: Final Course Poll - Your Opinion; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
- Assessment: Lesson 15 Exam
- Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Summarize the basic principles of parenting skills.
- Describe child development.
- Describe temperament.
- Determine encouraging intellectual development.
- Describe communicating with your kids.
- Describe the dynamics of discipline.
- Summarize instilling self-esteem in your child.
- Demonstrate teaching your child values and morals.
- Describe supporting your child's socialization.
- Summarize meeting your child's needs.
- Summarize being a good role model.
- Describe diverse family situations.
- Describe 10 things that will make a huge difference (and why).
- Identify practice for improvement.
- Summarize available resources for parents.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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Student Testimonials
- "i thought the course covered every area of parenting very well. I think that how children mirror you is extremely helpful in understanding how they grow." -- Adam J.
- "I really enjoyed taking this course, it was very helpful. I will definitely be sharing it and encouraging my friends and family to consider taking it as well. It really was an eye opener for me in several of the lessons. I'm excited to see how some of the things I need improvement on will effect my children, and how those things can help me be a more successful parent." -- Randi P.
- "Effective Parenting I believe most people are lacking and it is such a privilege that this course has been made available online." -- Waisea T.
- "Great job! This course was very helpful gave me a lot of insight and resources--thank you." -- Melissa J.
- "I loved this class! I enjoy taking classes from this professor." -- Roberta M.
- "The instructor was very helpful and I appreciated the kind comments where I had good exams :)." -- Dani J.
- "I am reentering the learning arena and this was a very positive experience for me." -- Marie B.
- "I loved the statistics that were included in the lessons!" -- Reagan F.
- "It was a great course." -- Rachel J.
- "I found it easy and understandable." -- Katy D.
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