Speaking and Training

STAR Facilitator Training — Internet-based Class

This interactive class introduces the STAR Parenting process, points, tools and support information you will need in order to lead a STAR Parenting class, refine your own parenting skills, or support a parent through a challenging situation.

Each week focuses on a different topic. This training helps you identify the classic errors both parents and professionals make that reduce their guidance effectiveness.

Why take STAR Parenting facilitators' training?

STAR Parenting is flexible. It —

adapts easily to the skill level of the parent
works with an individual or with groups
encourages parents to identify their values
adjusts as children grow
can be presented as a series or one-session overview

What will you learn?

The STAR Parenting basics — the STAR process, points and tools.
Key support skills — understand the impact of values, temperament, developmental task, and self care on parenting joy and effectiveness.
Classic errors people make that reduce their guidance effectiveness and how to avoid the errors.
Brainstorming fluency — when people generate lots of different ideas, they are more likely to find something that works for everyone.
Tips for working with groups. Share group management tips and how to use the STAR to resolve group management issues.

Who will benefit from attending?

People who are interested in helping parents grow, especially ...

Family life specialists and parent educators
Childcare and family daycare providers
Teachers and school administrators
Counselors and therapists
Parents who are interested in learning more
Anyone interested in helping children

When & where is the class held?

The 9 week interactive class will meet for 2½ hours on Friday mornings (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, PDT) June 24, 2019 through August 19. The class will originate in Seattle. Participants are welcome to attend in-person or via Internet video conferencing.

Cost: Summer 2019 class is $249. Early Bird registration (before May 31, 2019) is $149.
If 2 people register together, the second registration is $125 (early bird: $75).
More than 2 people? Contact us.

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