This course shares advice from many experts in the field and information about the teenage years.
Course information:
100% online, to give you flexible learning; Aligned to NZQA unit standards; 12 modules, approximately 2 hours each (total 24 hours); No exams, only reflective tasks; Facts, tips, videos and stories to help you make informed decisions; Email consultation with your Tutor if required.
Module information:
Human Development
Internet safety
Setting boundaries
Goal setting
Develop family life
Education Support
Socialising
Health information
Legal
Alcohol
Social justice issues
Wellbeing
Learning outcomes:
- Information about the physical, emotional and cognitive developmental stages;
- Strategies to minimise conflict;
- Importance of internet safety;
- The role of friendships at this age;
- Learn how to create a safe space to promote healthy growth for a teenager;
- Strategies to set healthy boundaries and communicate with impact;
- Know about community support services available to help you;
- The impact of alcohol and drugs on the teenage brain;
- Goalsetting and exploring part time work opportunities.
Who should do this course?
- Parents;
- Teen who want to understand themselves better;
- Youth workers;
- Family members seeking information;