Preparation for Parenting Course & Assignments
September 16, 2007
Course Description:
This technical laboratory course is designed to provide individuals opportunities to develop knowledge and skills in preparation to function effectively in the role of parent or caregiver. Content stresses considerations influencing the decision to parent, parental responsibilities, child guidance techniques, parents as positive role models, parents as their children's first teachers, and parenting practices which promote a child's development, health, safety, and wellbeing. Managing family crises, managing multiple roles of family members throughout the life cycle, managing media and technology to promote a positive influence on children, and career preparation are additional topics.
