What’s this course about?
This course looks at what happens to the brain through adolescence and the impact that has on behaviour and social development. It uses Positive Psychology approaches to identify the role that adults can play in supporting their teenager’s well-being and some techniques that they can share with their teens to use independently.
Course format:
This is an online course where you’ll learn together and take part in practical group activities, all in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Who will benefit from attending?
This course is for parents and carers who want to support their 12+ year old with their mental wellbeing.
What will I learn?
- understand a little more about brain development to understand teenage behaviour.
- identify your role in supporting your teenagers and will develop understanding of techniques to try
- discuss how to engage their teenagers with looking after themselves.
- Find out where to go for further help, advice and support
How long is the course?
This is run as a single 2-hour session, with some activities to do at home to help you practise your skills.
Will I be assessed?
You will be required to complete some paperwork during this course. This will record and support your learning journey and successes.
FaCL courses are funded by the DfE.
Courses are no cost to learners who meet our eligibility criteria. Learners must be aged 19+ on 31 August of the academic year, have a Wiltshire postcode and meet certain residency requirements. You must also be able to tick one of the following criteria:
- On a lower income (individual income less than £25,750 a year)
- In receipt of benefits (other than child benefit)
- Not in work and looking to go into work, now or in the future
- Care leaver, refugee, foster carer, carer, military family / ex-armed forces personnel,
- Have a learning difficulty or disability
- Have school-aged children who receive means-tested free school meals
- Not in work and looking to go into work, now or in the future
If you are unsure if you are eligible, we are always happy to talk things through with you.
To book a place, please give us a ring on 01225 770 478.
Please get in touch if you have any questions. We will look forward to hearing from you.