Parenting Education Program
⊲ Demonstrate an understanding of how children learn symbolically through play Students Who Successfully complete the 6-credit certificate will be able to: 1. Describe young children in terms of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development 2. Demonstrate cooperative strategies for working with young children and adults in a clinical setting 3. Use developmentally appropriate and supportive language when communicating with young children
Certificates of Achievement Parenting Skills (6 credits) Leadership Skills (15 credits)
4. Evaluate and apply appropriate guidance techniques with young children 5. D emonstrate an understanding of how children learn through play
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Parenting Education Program offers a variety of parenting skills classes, parent-cooperative preschool classes and specialized programs to meet the changing needs of families. Students earning 6 credits in Parenting Education at South Puget Sound Community College who have demonstrated effective skills in parenting through participation at a co-op preschool or parenting education course are eligible for a Parenting Skill certificate. Students earning 15 credits in Parenting Education courses at SPSCC who have demonstrated leadership skills in addition to effective parenting skills through participation in a coop preschool or parenting education courses are eligible for a Leadership Skill certificate. These courses provide approved training for parents (or parent figures) and enhance individual skills in child development, family relationships, and related topics leading to effective parenting. Participants are involved in observation and classroom experiences that include laboratory sessions. These certificates prepare students to be effective parents for children in their care. Some skills may transfer to the work force. For those students that elect to continue a program of study, some of the completed course credits may also be applied toward certificates or degrees in a related program area. PROGRAM OUTCOMES: At the completion of the Parenting Education Program, the successful student will be able to: ⊲ Implement healthy, safe practices for young children ⊲ Explain and apply early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices/environments for young children within a context of social and cultural influences ⊲ Apply strategies for working with children, within a culturally relevant, anti-bias approach in order to promote social-emotional competence ⊲ Determine and utilize appropriate resources for family support, within a social, cultural and anti-bias framework
6. Identify a variety of viewpoints on parenting and child development issues 7. Understand the influence of culture, language, gender, birth order, and other factors in child development and parenting practices 8. Access parenting information and resources from a variety of sources In addition to the skills required for the Certificate of Achievement in Parenting Skills, students who successfully complete the 15-credit certificate will be able to: 1. Work cooperatively with other members of the preschool board and Parent Education faculty 2. Communicate effectively with preschool parents, preschool board members, and Parent Education faculty 3. Complete tasks in a professional and timely manner 4. Demonstrate leadership skills that may include organizing and implementing activities/events, delegating tasks, facilitating meetings, keeping records, and problem solving 5. Maintain confidentiality and respect for others CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS: The Certificates of Achievement represent participation between parent(s)/care giver and ageappropriate child(ren) in parent education courses or co-ops. It is comprised of industry-based skill courses. No general education courses and no minimum level of English or math are required. PROGRAM INFORMATION: Admission: Students enrolling in the PEP cooperative preschools must register online each quarter. Eastside Co-op 360-754-3938 Lacey Parent Co-op 360-459-5297 Steamboat Island Co-op 360-866-1819 Westside Co-op 360-866-7383
Requirements PEP 101 PEP 102 PEP 103 PEP 104 PEP 105 PEP 106 PEP 111 PEP 112 PEP 113 PEP 141 PEP 142 PEP 143
Parenting Your Infant I Parenting Your Infant II Parenting Your Toddler I Parenting Your Toddler II Parenting Your 3-4 Year Old Parenting Children in Middle Years (5-10 Years) Parent Education Parent Education Parent Education Parent-Child Communication Family Dynamics Parenting in Single Parent, Step, and Blended Family
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