CONT250: Communicating Effectively with Parents
The system was very user friendly, and the course was very interactive and informative. I enjoyed learning alongside peers even though I was on a computer at home. The information taught was clear and easy to understand with very supportive resources to reference.
Please note that this course is not eligible for a refund, should you wish to drop the course at any point.
This short, self-directed course is designed for educational assistants in schools and educators in the field of early childhood education and developmental service work. It explores strategies for developing lasting partnerships with families through effective communication.
Learners will have opportunities to develop essential communication skills through contextual exercises, activities, and reflections, and will learn strategies that eliminate barriers and promote inclusive and respectful communication.
Topics include
- Communication styles
- Culturally responsive communication
- Communicating with parents whose first language is not English
- Communicating with parents who may have learning differences or disabilities
- Building trust
- Encouraging parental involvement
- Empowering parents and supporting advocacy
- Setting up effective family meetings
- Documentation strategies
Course Schedule
| Session | Course Dates | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late Winter 2025 | Feb 17, 2025 – Apr 18, 2025 | Feb 11, 2025 at 4pm ET | Feb 13, 2025 at 4pm ET |
| Winter 2025 | Jan 20, 2025 – Apr 04, 2025 | Jan 10, 2025 at 4pm ET | Jan 16, 2025 at 4pm ET |
| Spring 2025 | Apr 07, 2025 – Jun 06, 2025 | Mar 28, 2025 at 4pm ET | Apr 03, 2025 at 4pm ET |
| Late Spring 2025 | May 05, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025 | Apr 25, 2025 at 4pm ET | May 01, 2025 at 4pm ET |
| Summer 2025 | Jun 23, 2025 – Aug 08, 2025 | Jun 13, 2025 at 4pm ET | Jun 19, 2025 at 4pm ET |
Late Winter 2025
- Dates: Feb 17, 2025 – Apr 18, 2025
- Deadline: Feb 11, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: Feb 13, 2025 at 4pm ET
Winter 2025
- Dates: Jan 20, 2025 – Apr 04, 2025
- Deadline: Jan 10, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: Jan 16, 2025 at 4pm ET
Spring 2025
- Dates: Apr 07, 2025 – Jun 06, 2025
- Deadline: Mar 28, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: Apr 03, 2025 at 4pm ET
Late Spring 2025
- Dates: May 05, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025
- Deadline: Apr 25, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: May 01, 2025 at 4pm ET
Summer 2025
- Dates: Jun 23, 2025 – Aug 08, 2025
- Deadline: Jun 13, 2025 at 4pm ET
- Payment Due: Jun 19, 2025 at 4pm ET
Application Requirements
This course has no application requirements.
Course Materials
This course has no required resources.
Accommodations
Applicants who require special accommodations are asked to:
- Contact us at least 1 week prior to the start of the course to allow enough time for appropriate accommodations to be made.
- Provide necessary documentation upon request.