EPIC Parenting
Parenting techniques to encourage, build cooperation, and create a stable, peaceful home.
The Effective Parenting Instruction Course (EPIC) is a FREE 6-week parenting class that uses the Active Parenting curriculum. These courses were designed by Dr. Michael H. Popkin and the model is largely based upon the theories of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs. Classes are designed to help strengthen each participant’s parenting by providing skills training. EPIC encourages a democratic parenting style by providing children choices and fostering responsibility, improving communication between parent and child, and helping children learn through natural and logical consequences.
Class Topics
- Understanding Children and Their Behavior
- Encouragement and Self-Esteem
- Feelings, empathy & problem-solving
- Improving Communication Skills
- Building Strong Family Relationships
- Effective Discipline
- Shaken Baby Prevention
- Safe Sleep
- Smoking Cessation
- How to prevent future use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs
- Parenting a special-needs child
- 7 Smart Things you can do immediately for school success
Fast Facts
- Meets weekly for 6 consecutive weeks
- Morning, afternoon, or evening classes
- English or español
- Multiple Locations: Jefferson County Family Resource Center the CAS Center for Youth and Families, and other venues throughout the community as needed
- Certificate awarded after completion
