Parenting Solutions

Parenting Programmes and Courses

Speakeasy - A course for parents/carers to help them talk to their children about sex and relationships

• Delivered in a group setting across 8 sessions lasting 2 hours each
• Course developed by the Family Planning Association
• Increases parents skills, knowledge and confidence in talking about puberty, contraception, sex, relationships and understanding the issues faced by their children

Triple P Primary Care - A one to one parenting course for parents/carers of children aged 2-16

• Delivered over 4 hour long sessions in any setting
• For parents who may not be suitable for a group session
• Personally tailored intervention following the Triple P programme material
• Includes parenting assessment to identify wider issues that affect the child's behaviour

Triple P Group Teen - A positive parenting programme for parents/carers of teenagers

• Delivered in a group setting of up to 12 parents
• Parents learn strategies to encourage desirable behaviour and manage challenging behaviour
• Parents encouraged to understand the importance of changing their own behaviour
• Includes telephone consultations

Triple P Group 0-12 - A positive parenting programme for parents/carers of young children

• Delivered in a group setting of up to 12 parents
• Parents learn strategies to encourage desirable behaviour and manage challenging behaviour
• Parents encouraged to understand the importance of changing their own behaviour
• Includes telephone consultations

Triple P Stepping Stones - A positive parenting programme for parents of children with a disability

• Delivered in a group setting of up to 12 parents or individually
• Provides strategies to manage behaviour problems and developmental issues common amongst children with disabilities.
• Supports parents to develop a close relationship with their child

Strengthening Families - A parenting programme for parents and young people aged 10-14

• Delivered in a group setting across 7 sessions for up to 10 families
• Targets families where young people are engaging in risk taking activities
• Reduces the onset of alcohol and substance misuse amongst young people
• Parallel programme; parent and youth session followed by a family session

Nurturing Programme - For parents of children ages 3-9 which helps parents/carers to understand and manage feelings and behaviour

• Delivered in a group setting across 10 sessions for up to 12 parents
• Develops parents confidence and self esteem
• Focuses on parents developing a strong, nurturing relationship with their child