The idea of training for parents can seem strange at first – many people assume that good parenting skills should come naturally. But recently there have been so many developments in our understanding of how the human mind works. Applying this knowledge to parenting can make a world of difference.
To give you an idea of the positive difference our parenting skills training can make to you and your children, we offer a free taster session for some of our longer courses (marked with an orange sticker below). You’re most welcome to try them out for free – just select the 'Taster' option on the booking form.
Have a browse through our courses and workshops pages below. If your workshop of choice is not showing as currently running, please click on the 'Register Interest' button and we’ll keep you informed as to when it will be running next.
MONDAYS 7:30-9:30pm
Ravenslea Road, London SW12 8RY
The course runs every Monday evening during term-time with a break over each half term.
It is a rolling programme so participants can join the course on any Monday after the start of the course and then complete the course in the following term.
£300 per person. 20% discount (£240 each) for couples or two friends booking together. Prices include VAT, Course Manual and all other course materials.
Juliet Richards -Facilitator
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Taster available
TUESDAYS, 10am-12pm
Ravenslea Road, London SW12 8RY
It is a rolling programme so participants can join the course on any Tuesday after the start of a term and then complete the course in the following term.
£300 per person. 20% discount (£240 each) for couples or two friends booking together. Prices include VAT, Course Manual and all other course materials.
Juliet Richards-Facilitator
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Taster available
This course starts on 12th Feb 2020
WEDNESDAYS 7:30-9:30pm
Onslow Square, London SW7 3NP
The course runs every Wednesday evening with a break over half term.
It is a rolling programme so participants can join the course on any Wednesday after the start of a term and then complete the course in the following term.
£300 per person. 20% discount (£240 each) for couples or two friends booking together. Prices include VAT, Course Manual and all other course materials.
Sue Kumleben
Taster available
THURSDAYS 10am-12pm
32 St Lukes Street, SW3 3RP
This course runs every Thursday morning during term-time with a break over half term each term.
It is a rolling programme so participants can join the course on any Thursday after the start of a term and then complete the course in the following term.
£500 per person. 20% discount (£400 each) for couples or two friends booking together. Prices include VAT, Course Manual and all other course materials.
Jenny Eastwood-Facilitator
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Taster available
FRIDAY 31st Jan 2020, 9:30am-4:30pm.
68 Thurleigh Road, London SW12 8UD
Our one day parenting skills course covering the areas of Communicating with Children, Encouraging Cooperation and Confidence, and Positive Discipline.
£140 per person. £220 (£110 each) for couples or two friends booking together. Prices include, a copy of 'REAL PARENTING FOR REAL KIDS' by Melissa Hood, Founder and Director of The Parent Pratice, and all other course materials.
ONLINE Course with (online) group weekly tutorials Thurs 16 January to Thurs 20 Feb 2020.
Our online training programme trains anyone who wants to further their own parenting skills and/or is interested in adding our skills to their existing professional repertoire. You may already be involved in work with families for which this training would provide a valuable resource. No previous experience of our work is required to take this training although if you have already taken one of our courses this will offer you the opportunity to deepen your understanding and skills. This is a certified course, satisfactory completion of which will be by attendance, short written assignments.
Trainees will deepen and broaden their understanding of the skills and strategies taught on our Positive Parenting Core Skills Course and will also be trained in facilitation skills. This involves learning about:
•Group dynamics
•Presentation skills
•Managing participants’ expectations
•Managing time
•Facilitating each participant’s learning – being aware of different learning styles and responding to them accordingly.
Normally £1,200+VAT.
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If you are interested in this training please send us your details using the 'Apply Now' button below. If you have any queries please send us your question using the quick contact form at the bottom of this page, an email to team@theparentpractice.com or call 020 8673 3444.
Melissa Hood -Trainer
Mon 13th January, 7:30-9pm
Location: Ravenslea Road, SW12 8RY
Cost: £50 per person, £85 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowTue 14th January, 9:30-10:15am
Location: Ravenslea Road, SW12 8RY
Cost: FREE
View more Book nowTue 21st January, AND 28th Jan, 4th Feb, 6-8pm
Location: Family Law in Partnership, Melbourne House, 46 Aldwych, London WC2B 4LL
Cost: £180 per person
View more Book nowFri 24th January, 10am-12:30pm
Location: Holland Avenue, West Wimbeldon, SW20 0RN
Cost: £60 per person, £100 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowWed 5th February, 7:30-9pm
Location: 68 Thurleigh Road, London, SW12 8UD
Cost: £50 per person, £85 two friends booking together
View more Book nowFri 7th February, 10am-12:30pm
Location: Holland Avenue, Wimbledon, SW20 0RN
Cost: £60 per person, £100 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowWed 12th February, AND 26th February, 7:30-9:30pm
Location: Ravenslea Road, London, SW12 8RY
Cost: £90 per person, £150 a couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowFri 28th February, 10am-12:30pm
Location: St Lukes Street, London, SW3 3RP
Cost: £60 per person, £100 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowThu 5th March, 7:30-9pm
Location: Onslow Square, SW7 3NP
Cost: £50 per person, £85 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowFri 6th March, 10am-12:30pm
Location: 68 Thurleigh Road, London, SW12 8UD
Cost: £60 per person, £100 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowFri 13th March, 10am-12:30pm
Location: Holland Avenue, West Wimbeldon, SW20 0RN
Cost: £60 per person, £100 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowTue 17th March, 7:30 - 9:30pm
Location: Onslow Square, SW7 3NP
Cost: £50 per person, £85 per couple or two friends booking together
View more Book nowWe run a variety of workshops
You can gather a group of friends and book a workshop run by a Parent Practice Facilitator in the comfort of your own home. If you would like to host a workshop at home please complete this enquiry form.
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