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Parenting Educator Training

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Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way (developed by Lynn Lott and Jane Nelsen) provides a step-by-step approach to starting and leading experientially based parenting groups. This program stands alone or offers significant enhancement to any program; it emphasizes experiential activities that reach the heart to inspire deeper understanding and change. Parents love the Parents Helping Parents Problem-Solving Steps because this process provides a fun and effective way for them to get specific help with real problems. 

 

IMPORTANT: Your registration fee must be fully paid for your registration to be complete.  Contact the PDA office at 1.866.POS.DISC (1.866.767.3472) if you have any questions or difficulties.

Upcoming events

    • September 11, 2010
    • 09:00 AM
    • September 12, 2010
    • 05:00 PM
    • Carlsbad, CA

    Dates:   Saturday and Sunday, September 11 - 12, 2010, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Facilitator:  Lois Ingber, LCSW, CPDT

    Location: Ramada Inn, 751 Macadamia Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Carlsbad is 30 miles north of San Diego and is accessible by train or nearby Palomar Airport).

    Contact information:  For hotel or additional information contact Lois Ingber at 760.729.0828 or www.adlerianconsulting.com

    CEU's/Contact Hours: Course meets qualifications for 14 hours Continuing Education credit for MFT's and LCSW's as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE3902.  Nurses, CA: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 15319, for 14 Contact Hours.

    More Information:  BRING THE FAMILY to enjoy the pool, nearby beaches, Legoland, Carlsbad Premium Outlet Stores, Carlsbad Village Shops, and restaurants all within minutes.

     

     

    • September 23, 2010
    • September 25, 2010
    • Seattle, WA

    Title:  Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way

    Dates: Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:30PM - 8:30PM and Friday and Saturday, September 24th and 25th, 8:30 - 4:30PM.

    Facilitator: Jody McVittie, M.D., CPDT.

    Location: Thursday, September 23, 2010 TBD.  Friday and Saturday, September 24th and 25th to be helf in the 2100 Building (Art Room), 2100 S. 24th, Seattle, WA.

    For More Information:  Contact Jody McVittie at jody@encouragingsolutions.net or 206.782.1595

    • September 30, 2010
    • October 01, 2010
    • Greenville, SC

    Dates:   Thursday and Friday, September 30 and October 1st, 2011

    Times:  8:30AM - 5:00PM

    Facilitators:  Kelly Pfeiffer, CPDT

    Location: Center for Developmental Services, Conference Rooms A & B, 29 North Academy Street, Greenville, SC 29601

    Contact information:  Kelly Pfeiffer 864.477.0027 or at KellyPfeiffer@THINKitTHROUGHparenting.com

     

     

     

    • September 30, 2010
    • October 02, 2010
    • Los Gatos, CA

    Dates:   Thursday evening, September 30, 2010, 7:00PM - 8:30PM and Friday and Saturday October 1st & 2nd, 9:00AM - 5:00PM

    Facilitator: Linda Krenicky, CPDT.  Linda has facilitated adult learning for more than 25 years both in the corporate and non-profit worlds.

    Location: UU Fellowship of Los Gatos, 15980 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032

    Contact information:   Linda at 408.370.1516 or linda@taketimefortraining.com

    CEU's/Contact Hours: Course meets qualifications for 14 hours Continuing Education credit for MFT's and LCSW's as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE3902. 

    Nurses, CA: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 15319, for 14 Contact Hours.

     

    • October 21, 2010
    • October 23, 2010
    • Santa Cruz, CA

    Title:  Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way (With An Emphasis On Working With The Recovery Community)

    Dates: 
    Thursday evening, October 21 from 6:30PM - 8:30PM 
    Friday and Saturday, October 22 & 23, 8:30AM - 4:30PM

    Facilitators: 
    Jane Weed-Pomerantz, CPDLT and
    Eryn Rodger, MA, CPDT

    Location
    Sanata Cruz, CA
    More details TBD

    For More Information:  
    Contact Jane at 831.423.2293 or jweedpomerantz@baymoon.com or
    Eryn Rodger at 831.469.7332 or mamaohana@sbcglobal.net  

    • October 22, 2010
    • October 23, 2010
    • Novato, CA

    Dates:   Friday and Saturday, October 22 and 23, 2010

    Times:  8:30AM - 4:30PM

    Facilitators:  Terese  Bradshaw, CPDT and Paul Bradshaw, PDTC

    Location: Montessori for Toddlers, 20 Pacific Drive, Novato, CA 94949

    Novato is located in beautiful Marin County 20 miles north of San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge.  It is accessible from both San Francisco International Airport and Oakland Airport.  The Marin Airporter bus is available from SFO to Novato.  Please contact Terese for additional information on local accommodations and transportation.

    Contact information:  Terese Bradshaw 415.328.1587 or 415.883.8118 or at terese@positiveparentcoach.com or www.positiveparentcoach.com  

    Terese Bradshaw has been a Montessori Educator for over 20 years and has been teaching parenting classes for over 15 years.  Together Terese and Paul have raised 4 daughters (ages 23 -29) using the Positive Discipline philosophy.  Their workshop will not only provide many fun experential activities but will include their unique insight as Positive Discipline parents.

    CEU's/Contact Hours: Course meets qualifications for 14 hours Continuing Education credit for MFT's and LCSW's as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE3902.

    Nurses, CA: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 15319, for 14 contact hours.

     

     

    • October 26, 2010
    • 09:00 AM
    • October 27, 2010
    • 05:00 PM
    • Shanghai, China

    SPECIAL POSITIVE DISCIPLINE TRAINING EVENT
    SPONSORED BY THE SHANGHAI
    ANRAY EDUCATION CENTER

    Dates:
    Tuesday and Wednesday, October 26 - 27, 2010

    Location:
    Lianyang Community Center
    2797 Yanggaozhonglu
    (Near Fangdian Rd.)
    Pudong, Shanghai, China

    Facilitator: Lois Ingber
    Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Certified Positive Discipline Trainer

    Cost:
    Before June 30, 2010 -- RMB 2000/2days
    Before August 30, 2010 -- RMB 2200/2 days
    Before September 30, 2010 -- RMB 2400/2 days
    After September 30, 2010 -- RMB 2600/2 days

    To register or for more information, contact:
    Shanghai Anray Parenting Education Center
    Contact Person: Ms. Wang
    Phone: 021-50337301 or 021-50337302
    Email:
    anray@anray.org
    Website: www.anray.org

    Certification:
    For those who are currently engaged or interested in parenting education, the course provides specific training enabling the participant to earn a PDPE Positive Discipline Parenting educator) Certificate issues by the Positive Discipline Association. This qualifies the recipient to teach parenting classes in the Positive Discipline model and be part of an international network of parent educators.

    About the Facilitator:
    Lois Ingber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from California, a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, and an experienced counselor in Adlerian Individual Psychology. Lois has over 25 years of experience as a family therapist, parent educator, and trainer for parents, professionals, school personnel and groups.

    Lois is a frequent presenter at conferences and workshops on the topic of Positive discipline. her presentations have been quoted as, "Fun, practical and inspiring." Lois has served as President of the San Diego Society of Adlerian Psychology and has co-authored the book, "Bridge: Building Relationships For Improved Discipline, Academic Gains and Effective Schools." She has also published various articles regarding parenting and psychology in professional publications.

    About The Shanghai Anray Parenting Education Center:
    This is a non-profit organization founded by Shanghai Pudong Lianyang international community and Care For Family Consulting Co. it aims to establish a platform for parenting and family education, introduce top parenting and student training courses, and seeks international renowned parenting education series to meet the needs of parents and the community. Its goal is to become a professional parenting education institute, provide training courses to parents, youth and teachers, as well as consultation and family therapy. 

     

    • October 29, 2010
    • October 30, 2010
    • Minneapolis, MN

    Title:  Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way

    Dates: Friday and Saturday, October 29 & 30, 2010, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

    Facilitator:  Mary Jamin Maguire, MA, LP, LICSW, CPDT/LT.  Mary has over 30 years of experience working with children and families, and has been a trainer with Positive Discipline for about 10 years.

    Location: Adler Center for Family & Community, 416 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55414

    For More Information:  Contact Mary Jamin Maguire at 612.379.5361 or majama@visi.com

    CEU's/Contact Hours:  Relevant information available for specific professional boards.

    • October 30, 2010
    • 09:00 AM
    • October 31, 2010
    • 05:00 PM
    • Shanghai, China

    SPECIAL POSITIVE DISCIPLINE TRAINING EVENT
    SPONSORED BY THE SHANGHAI
    ANRAY EDUCATION CENTER

    Dates:
    October 30 and 31, Saturday and Sunday, 2010

    Location:
    Lianyang Community Center
    2797 Yanggaozhonglu
    (Near Fangdian Rd.)
    Pudong, Shanghai, China

    Facilitator: Lois Ingber
    Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    Certified Positive Discipline Trainer

    Cost:
    Before June 30, 2010 -- RMB 2000/2days
    Before August 30, 2010 -- RMB 2200/2 days
    Before September 30, 2010 -- RMB 2400/2 days
    After September 30, 2010 -- RMB 2600/2 days

    To register or for more information, contact:
    Shanghai Anray Parenting Education Center
    Contact Person: Ms. Wang
    Phone: 021-50337301 or 021-50337302
    Email:
    anray@anray.org
    Website: www.anray.org

    Certification:
    For those who are currently engaged or interested in parenting education, the course provides specific training enabling the participant to earn a PDPE Positive Discipline Parenting educator) Certificate issues by the Positive Discipline Association. This qualifies the recipient to teach parenting classes in the Positive Discipline model and be part of an international network of parent educators.

    About the Facilitator:
    Lois Ingber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from California, a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, and an experienced counselor in Adlerian Individual Psychology. Lois has over 25 years of experience as a family therapist, parent educator, and trainer for parents, professionals, school personnel and groups.

    Lois is a frequent presenter at conferences and workshops on the topic of Positive discipline. her presentations have been quoted as, "Fun, practical and inspiring." Lois has served as President of the San Diego Society of Adlerian Psychology and has co-authored the book, "Bridge: Building Relationships For Improved Discipline, Academic Gains and Effective Schools." She has also published various articles regarding parenting and psychology in professional publications.

    About The Shanghai Anray Parenting Education Center:
    This is a non-profit organization founded by Shanghai Pudong Lianyang international community and Care For Family Consulting Co. it aims to establish a platform for parenting and family education, introduce top parenting and student training courses, and seeks international renowned parenting education series to meet the needs of parents and the community. Its goal is to become a professional parenting education institute, provide training courses to parents, youth and teachers, as well as consultation and family therapy. 

     

     

    • November 01, 2010
    • November 02, 2010
    • Matthews, NC

    IMPORTANT: POSITIVE DISCIPLINE IN THE CLASSROOM WORKSHOP AVAILABLE AT SAME LOCATION NOVEMBER 4 & 5, 2010. DISCOUNTED RATE AVAILABLE FOR COMBINATION PACKAGE.

    Click HERE if you want to register for BOTH the Teaching Parenting and Positive Discipline in the Classroom back-to-back sessions, in Matthews, NC. You will also find this listed under Special Events.

    Continue here if you are registering for the Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way workshop only.

    Facilitator: 
    Suzanne Smitha
    Certified Positive Discipline Lead Trainer

    Dates and Times: 
    Monday and Tuesday, November 1 & 2, 2010
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Location:
     
    Matthews, NC, on the Southeast edge of Charlotte, NC

    Location/Accommodations Details: 
    Hampton Inn
    9615 Independence Pointe Parkway
    Matthews, NC 28105. 

    Call this location directly for discounted room rates; 704.841.1155 and identify yourself as attending the Positive Discipline Workshop or
    click here for hotel registration.

    Nearest Airport:
    Charlotte-Douglas International Airpost (45 minutes from hotel; no shuttle available; email Suzanne for information about transportation from/to the airport).  Please do not make airline reservations until you receive confirmation about the workshop!

    NOTE:  Many communities are voting on Tuesday, Nov. 2, of this workshop.  Please participate in early voting in your community or request an absentee ballot if attendance will interfere with your right to vote. Thank you!

    Contact Information:
    For additional information on workshop, hotels, transportation, directions, or other concerns, please contact the Suzanne Smitha at 704.847.0026 or asmitha@mindsring.com

     

    • November 01, 2010
    • 08:30 AM
    • November 05, 2010
    • 05:00 PM
    • Matthews, NC

    IMPORTANT: Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way and Positive Discipline in the Classroom are being offered as back-to-back sessions! Register here to sign up for both and receive $40 discount.

    If you are registering for only one workshop, click on either 
    Teaching Parenting or 
    Positive Discipline in the Classroom, or go to their listing under Workshops.

    Facilitator: 
    Suzanne Smitha
    Certified Positive Discipline Lead Trainer

    Dates and Times: 

    Teaching Parenting -- Monday and Tuesday, November 1 and 2, 8:30 AM -- 5:30 PM

    Positive Discipline in the Classroom
    -- Thursday and Friday, November 4 and 5, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Location/Accomodation Details:
    Hampton Inn, 9615 Independence Pointe Parkway, Matthews, NC 28105.Call this location directly for discounted room rates: 704-841-1155 and identify yourself as attending the Positive Discipline workshop.
    Click HERE for hotel registration.

    Nearest Airport:
    Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (45 minutes from the hotel, no shuttle available). Email Suzanne about transportation to and from the airport.

    IMPORTANT: Please do NOT make travel registrations until you receive confirmation from Suzanne that the workshop is being held.

    Note: Many communities are voting on Tuesday, November 2. Please participate in early voting in your community or request an absentee ballot if your attendance will interfere with your right to vote. Thank you!

    Contact Information:

    For additional information on the workshops, hotels, transportation, directions, or any other concerns, please contact Suzanne Smitha at 704.847.0026 or asmitha@mindspring.com.


    • November 04, 2010
    • November 06, 2010
    • Seattle, WA

    Title:  Ensenando a la manera de Disciplina Positiva

    Dias:  jueves, Noviembre 4, 2010 6:30PM - 8:30PM, viernes y sabado Noviembre 5 y 6, 2010, 8:30AM - 4:30 PM

    Facilitadora:  Jody McVittie, CPDLT, Andres Perez, PDTC

    Ubicación: Seattle, WA

    Inscripción:              

    ·         Inscripción anticipada =- $335 (USD)
      Inscripción regular - $370 (USD)
                   

    ESpecificaciones:

    Precio incluye el currículo completo, libro y el manual para el entrenador

    Para mayor informacion puede llamar a: Comuniquese con Jody McVittie @ 206.782.1595 or jody@encouragingsolutions.net

     

    • November 05, 2010
    • November 06, 2010
    • Portland, OR

    Dates:   Friday & Saturday, November 5 & 6, 2010, 8:30AM - 5PM

    Facilitators: Glenda Montgomery CPDT and Steven Foster CPDT.  Glenda is a former elementary school teacher and a PD parent educator since 1999.  Steven is a licensed clinical social worker and a PD parent educator since 2001.  Both are Certified Positive Discipline Trainers.

    Location: Mr. Tabor Presbyterial Church, 5441 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97215).

    Contact information: Glenda at kiva@spiritone.com or 503.452.1770 or Steven at sfos54@msn.com or 971.275.6510 

    CEU's:  Are available.

     

    • January 28, 2011
    • January 29, 2011
    • Minneapolis, MN

    Title:  Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way

    Dates: Friday and Saturday, January 28 & 29, 2011, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

    Facilitator:  Mary Jamin Maguire, MA, LP, LICSW, CPDT/LT.  Mary has over 30 years of experience working with children and families, and has been a trainer with Positive Discipline for about 10 years.

    Location: Adler Center for Family & Community, 416 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55414

    For More Information:  Contact Mary Jamin Maguire at 612.379.5361 or majama@visi.com

    CEU's/Contact Hours:  Relevant information available for specific professional boards.

    • January 28, 2011
    • January 29, 2011
    • Berkeley, CA

    Dates:   Friday and Saturday, January 28 and 29, 2011

    Times:  9:00AM - 5:00PM

    Facilitators:  Lisa Fuller, MSW, CPDT and Catherine Bronnert, MC, CPDT

    Location: TBD Berkeley, CA

    Contact information:  Catherine Bronnert at interweaverspd@gmail.com or 510.847.7578 or Lisa Fuller at fullhuis@gmail.com or 510.531.3939

    CEU's/Contact Hours: Course meets qualifications for 14 hours Continuing Education credit for MFT's and LCSW's as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider #PCE3902.

    Nurses, CA: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 15319, for 14 contact hours.

     

     

Past events

June 24, 2010 Enseñando a la manera de Disciplina Positiva
June 24, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
June 04, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 25, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 11, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 06, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 06, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
April 16, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
March 26, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
March 12, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 27, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 26, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 25, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
January 29, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
January 23, 2010 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way with Emphasis on the Christian Home
December 04, 2009 Enseñando a la manera de Disciplina Positiva
November 19, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
November 06, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
November 06, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
October 03, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
October 01, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
September 25, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
August 12, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
June 24, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way (Pre-Conference Session at NASAP - Open to the Public)
June 05, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 07, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
May 02, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way (With an Emphasis on the Christian Home)
May 01, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
April 29, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
April 23, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
March 20, 2009 Enseñando a la manera de Disciplina Positiva
March 07, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 27, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 26, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
February 06, 2009 Teaching Parenting the Positive Discipline Way
 
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