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Parenting Matters
Parenting Matters offers online
parenting classes appropriate for children
of all ages from toddlers to teens.
Our Online Parenting Classes are based on the STEP
(Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) program. We offer
parent education and parent training classes so you can learn
how to use limited choices and natural and logical consequences
as discipline techniques
instead of reward and punishment. With result oriented parenting
skills, you can start raising responsible, cooperative, independent
children.
Imagine this...
You enjoy your children more
You parent without stress, anxiety and guilt
You have more time for fun
You avoid spanking and other forms of corporal punishment
You actually stop bribing, nagging and cajoling
Children in your family learn from their mistakes
Children are responsible for their schoolwork
You don't have to be the referee in your children's squabbles
You find real, doable solutions for tough problems
You respect your kids like your friends
You have the respect of your children
Put common sense back into parenting.
Sound to good to be true?
Are you willing to take a parenting class to learn how to have a family like
this?
Are you ready to get started now?
We guarantee this is possible when you
start using the parenting approach taught in our online parenting
classes.
"I
initially did not want to take this course because I felt
I had read enough and did not need ANY more parenting advice.
We have used many strategies presented in this book and
have noticed a change in all of our behaviors. I am an
avid fan of giving choices and observing how smoothly things
run when our son is given choices for that alone I say
thank you. I have referred the book and the online course
to friends and the Social Worker at the agency from which
we are adopting our child." -Joy,
Washington DC
No one is born, knowing how
to parent.
So, you probably chose one of two parenting
styles.
You vowed never do to your children what
your parents did to you. Or you actually parent exactly the
way you were parented. Unfortunately, either of these two styles
are operating unconsciously in most people. It is time to actively
educate yourself through a parenting class and choose a parenting
style that works.
There is a better way using the STEP (Systematic
Training for Effective Parenting) approach available
through our Online
Parenting Classes.
"This class was definitely
worth the money. I am glad that you provided such a service
for those of us who find it hard to attend classes."-
Angela Smith, Missouri
Parenting is one of the most important jobs on the planet.
Yet for many stressed out, busy parents, it is frustrating,
upsetting and anxiety producing. And, this most important job
has very few if any pre-requisites. There is however a unique,
practical and workable approach that is based on the premise
that children naturally want to cooperate and learn and as
parents we are here to guide not control.
As the facilitator in
the online
parenting classes, my goal is to provide a convenient
way for parents to learn positive parenting skills. I
am committed to making a difference in bringing joy and common
sense back into parenting, to support parents in being effective
and influential in their children’s lives and to have
families who relate to each other with love and respect.
You can learn to be a confident
parent ready and able to meet the Parenting Challenge of
raising cooperative, capable, independent, responsible children.
Parent
without using punishment or being a slave to your children
demands.
Have your expectations of cooperative,
respectful children become a reality.
Use the goal of misbehavior
as a guide to discipline without punishment.
Experience more
joy, laughter, love and respect for one another in your family.
As a parent it is easy to feel
you must always defer to "experts" to
parent effectively and there is so much information and so
many books it is difficult to know what to do. The flood of
information can actually feel like it is undermining your own
instincts and be confusing when you are dealing with needs
specific to your particular family. One aspect I really like
about the STEP approach
and our online
parenting classes, is
they are based upon common sense principles and once the principles
are learned they can be applied to any situation. After learning
this approach and seeing the results, you will be able to trust
your parenting
style. You can become masters at
influencing your children without permissiveness and without
stifling their individuality.
The world today moves at an astounding rate. How often does
your entire family sit down to eat and talk together. In many
western cultures individual family members are so busy, many
of them rarely sit down to share a meal together. Issues facing
children today are more intense and complicated than a generation
ago. Parents experience confusion with all the conflicting
information, do not want to raise their children the way they
were raised, but don't know what else to do.
With young
children can you tell
the difference between developmental stages and misbehavior?
Looking for a better parenting style for your school
age children?
Problems with your teen
and looking for new parenting strategies? The answer to the busy schedules and the desire to use a common
sense, non-punitive but respectful and effective parenting
style is the purpose of the online
parenting classes. No more scheduling conflicts, watching
out-of-date videos or listening to boring instructors.
Start experiencing the
benefits of an online parenting class immediately.
There is no time like the present to start improving your
parenting skills. It is never too late to be a better parent
and our online parenting
classes have been created to assist you. The sooner you
start the sooner you will see results. You and your family
deserve the best environment possible.
We offer 5 online parenting classes. All include
a free parenting book upon which the class is based. Four of
the classes use a natural and logical consequences approach
providing practical and easy ways to implement discipline that
is respectful to both parents and children. We also offer an
online book study class on the impact of divorce on children.
Our online parenting classes
are guaranteed to be acceptable by the courts. It is always
advisable to check before you register so we have provided information about
the facilitators and the online parenting classes that you
can print out and take to your social worker, lawyer or family
court. If you have received your Certificate of Completion
and it has not been accepted by the courts, we will refund
the cost of the class $30 (less the cost of the book). If
you need a refund, please contact
us.
Use the descriptions below
to determine the appropriate class for you. All classes include
a free parenting book and offer Certificates
of Completion.
This book study class is the quickest way to obtain a Certificate
of Completion. You can register at anytime. You will receive
a FREE copy of the STEP (Systematic Training
for Effective Parenting) Parent's
Handbook. After reading the material, you take the online test. After passing
the test, your certificate is immediately available for printing. This
class is appropriate for parents of children of all ages who need a certificate
of completion for custody issues, court ordered parenting classes, parent educators,
etc.
Parenting Together Through
Divorce Online Book Study Class
This online book study class can fulfill the 4 hour requirement for parents
who must complete a class on the impact of divorce on children. It is based
on the book 'Divorce Book for Parents, Helping
your children cope with divorce and its aftermath'. After reading
the material, take the online test. After passing the test, your Certificate
of Completion is immediately available.
This
class is appropriate for divorcing couples with children.
Respectful & Effective
Parenting Online Class
An online class that provides the basic approach to move from control and domination
to a practical and self responsible method of parenting. Learn and use practical
ways to discipline and raise more cooperative, happy children. This is a consistent,
positive, and democratic approach to parenting. This class consists of 8 lessons
and a Certificate
of Completion is available.
Appropriate for children
of all ages.
Parenting Young Children (under six) Online
Class
An online class that gives you the tools to take on the
special challenges of parenting infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Learn the skills to guide and encourage your young child as
he/she grows and changes. This is a consistent, positive, and
democratic approach to parenting. This class consists of 8
lessons and a Certificate of
Completion is available.
Appropriate
for children under six.
Parenting Teenagers Online Class
An online class that can teach you the skills to guide your teen toward being
more responsible, independent and cooperative. It is never too late to have
a good relationship with your teen! This class consists of 8 lessons
and a Certificate of Completion is available.
Appropriate
for children ages 12+.
Join with other parents who want to improve their parenting skills
and enjoy their role of parenting by taking one of the convenient
online parenting classes.
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