Purpose:

The purpose of this course is to provide student with information and experiences that will give him/her a sound, positive insight into parenting roles and responsibilities. Learning experiences will focus on the parent and the skills essential for both males and females to function effectively, and with personal satisfaction, to satisfy specific needs of children.

Credits:

Parenthood Education is a semester course. It is currently taught opposite Parenthood 2. Completion of this course will earn one-half elective credit toward graduation.

Course Sequence:

Parenthood Roles and Responsibilities

Importance of Planning Parenthood

Prenatal Development

Preparation for the Birth of a Child

Alternative Ways to Become a Parent

Newborn Care

Promoting Physical Growth in an Infant

Promoting Intellectual, Social, and Emotional Growth in Infants and Toddlers

Parenting Skills Needed to Guide Children through Various Stages of Development

Community Resources to Help Meet Parenting Responsibilities

Grading Procedures:

1. Be prepared for class before the bell rings.
2. Be in your seat before the bell rings.
3. Do not eat nor chew gum in this class.
4. Bring notebook, pen or pencil, and your book to class each day.
5. Be courteous to everyone in class.
6. Take responsibility for your share of all work.
7. Real Care Baby should be treated with the same care that should be shown to a real infant.

URL's for Research

Baby Style