NDSS Academy

Parenting Skills

Child development stages, positive discipline and study habits.

6 HoursDuration 7Chapters32Topics
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Syllabus · पाठ्यक्रम

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01Understanding Child Development 4 topics
  1. Stages: infant, toddler, pre-school, school age, teenager
  2. Common milestones: smiling, sitting, walking, talking
  3. Every child grows at their own pace
  4. When to see a doctor about delays
02Health, Nutrition and Immunisation 5 topics
  1. Only breast milk for the first 6 months
  2. Complementary food from 6 months
  3. Balanced meals and less junk food
  4. Sleep needs by age
  5. Immunisation schedule and the MCP card
03Positive Discipline 5 topics
  1. Clear and consistent rules
  2. Praise and small rewards
  3. Calm, fair consequences
  4. Why hitting and insulting harm children
  5. Handling tantrums
04Communication and Emotional Bonding 5 topics
  1. Listening without judging
  2. Naming feelings
  3. Specific praise
  4. Quality family time
  5. Talking with teenagers
05Study Habits and School Support 5 topics
  1. Fixed study time and place
  2. Short breaks
  3. Reading together
  4. Working with teachers
  5. No comparison with other children
06Screen Time and Online Safety 4 topics
  1. Screen time by age
  2. Parental controls
  3. Devices in shared family space
  4. Cyberbullying and online strangers
07Child Safety and Protection 4 topics
  1. Home safety: medicines, water, electricity
  2. Good touch and bad touch
  3. Trusted adults
  4. Child helpline 1098 and emergency 112

About

You will be able to

  • Understand the main stages and milestones of child development
  • Know basic child health: breastfeeding, balanced food, sleep and immunisation
  • Use positive discipline instead of hitting or shouting
  • Listen, talk and build a strong emotional bond with children
  • Build good study habits and support the child's school work
  • Manage screen time and keep children safe at home and online (child helpline 1098)

Who it is for

  • Parents and parents-to-be
  • Grandparents and caregivers
  • Anganwadi workers, creche and play-school staff

What you need

  • No special knowledge needed

Questions

Is this a medical course?

No. It gives general parenting awareness. For a child's health or development worries, consult a doctor or paediatrician.

Is it for parents of babies or teenagers?

Both. The course covers all ages from birth to teenage years with practical examples.

How long is the course?

About 6 hours, with discussion and role-play.

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