Positive Discipline

Positive Discipline is a parenting program designed to teach young people to become responsible, respectful, and resourceful members of their communities. Based on the best-selling Positive Discipline parenting books by Dr. Jane Nelsen, the program teaches important social and life skills in a manner that is deeply respectful and encouraging for both children and adults. Parenting with Positive Discipline means being kind and firm at the same time, which is effective long-term and helps children feel a connection — a sense of belonging and significance. 

Recent research tells us that children are hardwired from birth to connect with others, and that children who feel a sense of connection to their community, family, and school are less likely to misbehave. To be successful, contributing members of their community children must learn necessary social and life skills.

Five Criteria for Positive Discipline:

1. Is Kind and Firm at the same time. (Respectful and encouraging)
2. Helps children feel a sense of Belonging and (Connection).
3. Is Effective Long-Term. (Punishment works short term, but has negative long-term results)
4. Teaches valuable Social and Life Skills for good character. (Respect, concern for others, problem-solving, accountability, contribution, cooperation)
5. Invites children to discover how Capable they are and to use their personal power in constructive ways.

Register Below. Please note:

1. Each course is facilitated live by USU educators.
2. Most courses have multi-sessions (e.g., once per week). Plan to attend all sessions.
3. Must live in Utah and be age 18 or older to attend.
4. Virtual and In-person Options. (please double check before registering)
5. Check back for newly scheduled options.
6. Interested in hosting a “private” course for your business or friends? See healthyrelationshipsutah.org/get-involved/host-a-course