FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION The following are “quick topics” designed to provide bite sized information for parents on the go. The curriculum is provided by Prevention Services (TOPS) and The National Parent Academy (NPA), a service organization providing training and prevention services since 2005. The trainers are curriculum-certified trainers and educators, counselors and life coaches skilled in conveying parent information, support and resources to help parents attain their goals.
All sessions are free and open to the public. Please call the Office of Lifelong Learning at 734.384.4127 to register and secure your spot. Please join us for an enjoyable evening that will focus on very timely topics for all parents. Let us help you navigate through the issues of life and provide some reassurance that you are not alone. Additional topics will be introduced in the winter 2014 semester.
Parenting On Purpose
This course helps parents understand their role as the authority in their child’s life and how their personal authority can influence a child to desire and attain successful outcomes throughout their lives. It will address establishing reasonable boundaries while fostering independence and creativity. Topics include establishing authority as a parent, choosing effective discipline techniques, encouraging motivation in children, and understanding how parenting patterns in the early years set a course for the future. CHILD 728-81 Free Thursday 6 – 8 p.m.
Sept. 26 Z 258
“Can You Hear Me Now…”
This course is designed to strengthen family communication and parenting outcomes. It will provide a framework for effective communication leading to positive parent child interactions, as well as academic and social success. It will also assist parents in a communication style that minimizes conflict and enhances parental satisfaction. Topics include identifying family communication patterns; developing digital responsibility; expressing and communicating feelings and emotions; helping children manage and resolve conflict peaceably; and motivating your children to achieve success. CHILD 729-81 Free Thursday 6 – 8 p.m.
Oct. 24 Z 258
Do you Know you are Beautiful? Building Self-esteem within the Family
This course focuses on child rearing techniques that build confidence and self-esteem; the qualities needed to ensure academic and social success. It will help parents accomplish the following: raise children with self-confidence, know and value the child as an individual, encourage children’s growth in social skills and help children make healthy choices. CHILD 730-81 Free Thursday 6 – 8 p.m.
Nov. 21 Z 258
Explore additional personal interest classes online: • Ready, Set, Read! A learning specialist shows you how to raise a successful reader and writer. • Luscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick Meals. Join a registered dietitian and discover how easy it can be to prepare meals that are both delicious and nutritious! • Start Your Own Edible Garden. Learn how to grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard. • Writing for Children. Published children’s author shows you how to touch the hearts of children by creating books for them. Above classes are $89 (Senior Fee $74.50). Classes start monthly. You will find a wide range of other online courses at www.ed2go.com/monroe. Courses are led by expert instructors. You’ll find them affordable, fun, fast, convenient and geared just for you! To view start dates and receive information on how to register for ED2GO online classes, please see the inside back cover. Complete description at www.ed2go.com/monroe.
Monroe County Community College Corporate & Community Services
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