Certificate in Positive Parenting

The Certificate Course in Positive Parenting, is a provides in-depth psychological knowledge and practical skills needed to raise emotionally healthy and resilient children. Rooted in psychological theories, developmental frameworks, and real-world parenting experiences, this course promotes nurturing, respectful, and empathetic parenting approaches that support a child's holistic development.

Programme Overview

The Certificate Course in in Positive Parenting is a six-month program designed to equip professionals’ essential aspects of positive parenting. It begins with an introduction to the concept, principles, and styles of parenting, followed by an in-depth understanding of child development and Behavioral psychology, including the application of Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory and Bowlby’s Attachment Theory. Learners will engage with the ABC model of behaviour shaping, explore the role of nutrition in child well-being, and understand how to parent in varied contexts such as single-parent families, neurodiverse households, and digital environments.

The programme also incorporates an important module on anxiety and depression, focusing on how mental health affects parenting and child behaviour. It offers strategies for emotion regulation, resilience-building, and identifying signs of emotional distress. The course culminates in a case study module, allowing learners to apply their understanding to practical scenarios drawn from diverse family situations. The entire programme integrates core psychological principles to create a deep, evidence-based foundation for effective and compassionate parenting.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Positive Parenting

• Overview and Definition of Parenting
• Importance of Nurturing, Respectful, and Empathetic Parenting
• Types of Parenting
• Principles and pillars of positive parenting
• Emotional Intelligence & 3 Cs in parenting 
• Benefits of Positive Parenting on Child Development

Module 2: Understanding Child Development and Behaviour

• Domains of Child Development (infancy to adolescence)
• Theories related to development
• Coping with Differences and Behaviour Styles
• Building Self-Esteem and Resilience in Children

Module 3: The ABCs of Parenting

• Introduction to the ABC Model (Antecedent-Behaviour-Consequence)
• Using ABCs to Respond to Bullying
• Sexual Abuse Prevention and Response 

       Module 4: Paediatric Health and Nutrition

• Introduction to Paediatric Nutrition
• Common Paediatric Nutritional Deficiencies
• Paediatric Obesity and Lifestyle Disorders
• Paediatric Feeding Disorders and Challenges
• Special Considerations in Paediatric Nutrition
• Paediatric Assessments

     Module 5: Parenting in Special Contexts

• Parenting in Single-Parent Families
• Co-Parenting and Shared Responsibility
• Parenting Neurodiverse Children (Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities)
• Digital Parenting and Screen Time Management
• Positive Parenting Techniques

Module 6: Mental Health in Parenting

• Recognizing Anxiety and Depression in Parents
• Impact of Parental Mental Health on Children
• Strategies for Emotion Regulation and Coping
• Community and Support Resources

Module 7: Case Study

Eligibility

Graduate in any discipline is eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma and Certificate Programmes. For Executive Diploma programmes and Professional Certifications, you need to have at least 1 year of work experience.

Programme Duration

The duration to complete this programme is 6 months (Certificate).

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and online both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
• Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Examination and Certification

IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all PG Diploma, Executive Diploma and Certificate Programmes. Each of your modules is equal to 4 credits. To successfully complete the programme, you will have to earn all the credits assigned to your programme.

All the participants are expected to appear for an online exam and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Certificate Course in Positive Parenting by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules, Online Classes (Online mode) or face-to-face classes (Regular mode), elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments would be provided by the Institute. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. Besides, it has a robust placement cell comprised of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. This cell is continuously engaged in promoting the employability of our participants and encouraging the concerned Human Resources department and Hiring Managers to recruit/hire our participants for their vacant positions. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing & interview skills.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare giants like Healthcare Settings (Apollo, Max Healthcare, Fortis etc.), Corporate Wellness Centres (Amaha, Mantra Care, Nirawellness etc.), Health Coaching and Consultancy (The Health Science Academy, Aanya Wellness, Shreehi Consulting Services LLP etc.), Education and Training, NGO’s (Mindroot Foundation, The MIND foundation etc.), and Private Practices etc.

Future Career Prospects

Certificate Course in Positive Parenting will be well-prepared for various roles within the fields of psychology, education, and child welfare. This course offers valuable professional development for those working as parenting coaches, school counselors, early childhood educators, social workers, or family support professionals. It is also suitable for psychologists and educators seeking to expand their understanding of family systems and parenting strategies.

Participants may also pursue careers in community-based organizations, NGOs, child welfare initiatives, educational consultancy, or develop parenting-related content for workshops, blogs, and training modules. The skills acquired in this course not only enhance professional profiles but also contribute meaningfully to the psychological and emotional well-being of families and communities.

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Programme Fee Details

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