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Raising children is both rewarding and challenging, which is why we are here to help. Parenting courses help you understand your child’s needs better and build up your parenting skills.   

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Learn more about child psychology and how to support your child at school.  Get practical parenting tips and help your child manage their emotions. Help children and young people manage stress and anxiety.    

Our courses are non-judgmental and are just here to help you communicate better. Discover online parenting courses and WEA classes near you. 

Supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities

Find out more about specific learning disabilities. Understand more about autism and different ways to communicate with a child with autism. Learn more about sensory issues in young people with autism and the impact they can have. Share experiences with other parents and try hands-on activities to help your child. 

Discover ways to support children with ADHD, both at home and at school. Discover positive parenting techniques that help you feel more in control. Understand special educational needs and how to advocate for your child. Find out how to get an EHCP and where to go to get more help. 

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Interested in working in schools or childcare? Check out our courses here.

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Understanding ADHD

Are you or a loved one waiting on a diagnosis for ADHD? If so, the tools and resources in this ADHD course can support you through the process. Having correct and up-to-date information is a crucial part of understanding the diagnosis. This equality & diversity course is aimed at people supporting others with ADHD. Gain understanding of what ADHD is and how it affects behaviour. Consider the facts and myths surrounding ADHD and learn ways to interact productively with individuals with ADHD. Gain awareness of behaviour that challenges and explore strategies to manage it.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 13/11/2024 -
Wed 13/11/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Riverside Community Health Project (Newc
Carnegie Building
Atkinson Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
Tutor:
Guest Speaker
Course code:
Q00019030
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Supporting Children & Teens with ADHD

Do you regularly interact with young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? If so, studying ADHD courses could help you greatly improve the support you offer them. This equality & diversity course is especially useful for parents and carers. You will understand the ADHD brain and the difficulties faced by children and teens with ADHD.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/12/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024
Times:
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Natasha Abrams
Course code:
Q00018579
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £14.80

Digital skills for Parents

Explore essential skills for managing your family’s digital safety, personal finances, and family wellbeing. This course empowers participants to protect their families online, manage finances digitally, and leverage technology for overall family wellness. The internet is vast and fast moving and often our children are more tech savy, this course will cover how you can manage what your children can access in order to increase their safety. The course will also cover a range of digital tools that can help you keep track of your personal budget at the click of a button as well as exploring what applications and sites can have a positive influence on family wellbeing.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
P00000096
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available

Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Help Your Child with English and Mathsv

Support your child's learning at home with this practical course. Gain tips and strategies for helping your child succeed in English and Maths. Ideal for parents looking to engage with their child's education.
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Course Information

Dates:
Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 30/01/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Bimbola Olawanle
Course code:
Q00015753
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Supporting Children & Teens with ADHD

Do you regularly interact with young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? If so, studying ADHD courses could help you greatly improve the support you offer them. This equality & diversity course is especially useful for parents and carers. You will understand the ADHD brain and the difficulties faced by children and teens with ADHD.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 08/05/2025 -
Fri 09/05/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Emma Paramor
Course code:
Q00018976
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £14.80

Supporting Children & Teens with ADHD

Do you regularly interact with young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? If so, studying ADHD courses could help you greatly improve the support you offer them. This equality & diversity course is especially useful for parents and carers. You will understand the ADHD brain and the difficulties faced by children and teens with ADHD.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 19/05/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
2 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Emma Paramor
Course code:
Q00018975
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £14.80

Supporting Children & Teens with ADHD

Do you regularly interact with young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? If so, studying ADHD courses could help you greatly improve the support you offer them. This equality & diversity course is especially useful for parents and carers. You will understand the ADHD brain and the difficulties faced by children and teens with ADHD.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 22/05/2025 -
Fri 23/05/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00018977
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £14.80


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Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Introduction to ADHD

Would you like to find out more about ADHD? This course will help you learn about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. You will discover other conditions that are commonly experienced alongside ADHD. A big focus of the course is on how to support a child, young person or an adult with ADHD. You will gain an understanding of a range of different strategies and interventions which may be beneficial in a home, school or even work setting. You’ll also find out how assessments are carried out and how to apply for an EHCP to give a child that all important extra support in school.  
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 14/10/2024 -
Mon 28/10/2024
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Paula Hellal
Course code:
Q00011461
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee range
Free to £37.00