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Islamic Parenting

What is Islamic Parenting?

The course on Islamic parenting provides knowledge on how to help children become righteous Muslims through their upbringing. The topics include the basics of child rearing, developmental psychology, child-rearing methods of the Prophet Muhammad (sallallâhu 'alayhi was-sallam) and much more. Special emphasis is placed on the practical application of the educational methods taught in the various stages of childhood and adolescence.
 

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Course start: March 30, 2025

Registration deadline: February 23, 2025

How long does the course take and how much effort is required?

The entire course takes about 8 months with a time commitment of 5 hours a week.

 

If you don't have that much time, you can extend your studies and reduce the number of hours.

The conditions you should fulfil are:

  • You should be motivated, punctual and reliable.

  • You should have a functional and internet-enabled device as well as a stable internet connection.

  • Educational Goals

  • Parenting Styles

  • Parenting Methods

  • Communication

  • Parenting Actions

Course 2: Developmental Psychology

The topic of the second course is developmental psychology, in order to understand the development and abilities of children and to be able to adapt the educational methods accordingly.

  • Human Development from an Islamic Perspective

  • Physical Development

  • Cognitive Development

  • Social, emotional, moral development

  • language development

Course 3: The basis of Islamic Parenting

This course explains what is the basis of Islamic child rearing, which is crucial to the success of raising righteous Muslims.

  • Children's Relationship with the 5 Pillars of Islam and the 6 Pillars of Iman

  • Parental Relationship

  • Allah's Help in Parenting

Course 4: Islamic Parenting in practice - Early childhood

The start of the fourth course marks the beginning of the second half of the course, in which the practice of Islamic child education is taught. This course starts with early childhood (0 - 6 years). Common problems and their solutions are discussed.

  • Parenting During Pregnancy and After Birth

  • Motor Skills and Language

  • Play and Emotions/Feelings

  • Discovery of the Self ("I")

  • External Influences on Parenting

  • Socialization

  • Handling Aggression

  • Sexual and Hygiene Education

  • Friends and Playmates

  • Conflict Areas in Parenting

  • Festivities in Schools and Among Friends

  • Media

Course 5: Islamic Parenting in Practice – Middle and Late Childhood

 

In the fifth course, the practical aspects of Islamic child upbringing during middle and late childhood (ages 7 to 11) are addressed. Common challenges and their solutions will also be discussed in this course.

  • Development of Critical Thinking

  • Social and Moral Education

  • Play Behavior

  • Family

  • Friendships

  • Media

  • Identity Formation

  • Religious Development and Education (Prayer, Fasting, Hijab, etc.)

Course 6: IslamicParenting in practice - Adolescence/Puberty

In the last course, the practice of Islamic child education in adolescence (from the age of 12) is discussed. Important topics such as sex education and dealing with intimate relationships are discussed and recommendations are made.

  • Physical Development and Puberty

  • Sex Education from an Islamic Perspective

  • Dealing with Intimate Relationships

  • Separation from the Family

  • Self-Discovery and Self-Esteem

  • Career Orientation

  • Media

  • Identity Formation and Crisis

What do you learn on the course?

Course 1: Fundamentals of Parenting

The focus in the first course is on 'the basics of child rearing to create a foundation for the course.

How much does the course cost?

The course fee is based on the number of lessons. This results in the following tuition fees:

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