This 2 part course offers learners information on healthy development of children as well as parenting roles & responsibilities. Lessons aim to help parents understand various parenting styles and cultural diversity in parenting. It reviews various childhood stages and examines individual needs as well as childhood developmental stages. Course content also explores health issues and safety related to raising and caring for children.

Part 1 of 2 - This independent study course is intended to help you familiarize yourself with various aspects of child development and parenting. This course covers the fundamental concepts of parenting and the roles and responsibilities of parents.

Topics include:

• Roles and Responsibilities of Parents
• Positive Parenting Skills
• Parent-Child Communication
• Family and Child Care