Parent Education Courses & Descriptions
Parent Education is a community-based program dedicated to the understanding of children of all ages. Parent and child learn together in the Parent Education Child Study Laboratories. Students learn methods and techniques through observation, active participation, and classes. Programs are located throughout the eastside, including on main campus. Registration for fall classes begins in January of each year. Parents may enroll in any one of the program:
- Parent Infant Classes
- Parent Pre-Toddler Observation Classes
- Parent Toddler Observation Classes
- Cooperative Preschools
- Creative Development, Discovery
| Fall | Winter | Spring | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Infant | 010 | 020 | 021 |
| Pre-Toddler Observation Lab | 011 | 021 | 031 |
| Toddler Observation Lab | 012 | 022 | 032 |
| Child Study Lab | 013 | 023 | 033 |
| Child Study Lab | 014 | 024 | 034 |
| Child Study Lab | 015 | 025 | 035 |
| Creative Activity Lab | 016 | 026 | 036 |
PARED 135 Special Topics in Parent Education • V1-5 CR
Studies selected topics or special seminars in parent education.
PARED 136 Parent Education for Parents of Young Children • 2 CR
Focuses on the parent role in nurturing and understanding the development of their young child. Provides opportunities for parents to build skills that contribute to the healthy growth and development of their child.
PARED 294/295/296/297 Special Topics in Parent Education • V1-5 CR
Studies selected topics in the field of parent education. Emphasis on teaching and learning strategies, curriculum development, and adult learning theory.