Parent training and education programs are designed to support parents in developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to effectively fulfill their roles as caregivers and educators for their children. These programs typically offer various resources, workshops, classes, and interventions aimed at enhancing parenting practices and promoting child development. Parent training and education programs can take various forms, including in-person workshops, online courses, home visits, and written materials. They are offered through schools, nonprofit organizations, healthcare facilities, and social service agencies. These programs aim to empower parents with the knowledge and skills they need to create supportive and nurturing environments that foster their children's growth and development.
The Parenting Project - Clark County
A series of free, valuable programs designed to assist parents in becoming more effective in raising their children.
Parent Education Classes – The Children’s Cabinet (Statewide)
Provides a range of parenting classes designed to empower parents with the information and tools necessary for caring and successful child-rearing.
Parent University - Washoe County School District
Offers workshops to help families build upon skills, knowledge and support systems to promote student success.
Play and Learn - Candelen (Clark and Washoe)
Play and Learn is a course offered through weekly group sessions for parents and caregivers of young children ages 3 months to 5 years old to help them learn interactive skills to support child development.
Childbirth Classes – Renown Hospital (Washoe)
Renown Hospital offers a range of childbirth classes to help expecting parents prepare for the journey of pregnancy and childbirth.
Clark County School District Family Engagement Department
The Family Engagement Department provides current and future CCSD families with valuable resources and learning opportunities to support student achievement from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Kith and Kin - Candelen (Clark and Washoe)
Kith and Kin is a training program for parents, family, friend, and neighbors who care for children between the ages of 0 and 5.
Partners in Parenting - UNR Extension (Clark County)
Partners in Parenting offers many educational programs, workshops and resources primarily for parents with young children (0-5 years of age) to support healthy child development, school readiness skills and positive parent-child interaction.