Madrasah Aishah
Certificate in Islamic Parenting Coaching
What is Islamic Parenting Coaching?
In Islamic educational counselling, parents are supported in raising their children to be righteous Muslims. Educational counsellors analyse parents' parenting styles and methods and then work with parents to develop solutions. In this course, there is a strong focus on raising children in the West, conflict resolution and the teaching of Islam. The course consists of a theoretical part (6 months) and a practical part (6 months) and lasts a total of 1 year.
How long does the course last and
how much effort is required?
The entire course takes about 15 months with a time commitment of 7 hours a week.
In addition to 5 hours/week, which you can organise yourself, there is one hour/week of Tarbiyyah/Tazkiyyah, where attendance is compulsory, and one hour/week of practice-oriented live lessons.
If you don't have that much time, you can extend your studies and reduce the number of hours.
The conditions you should meet are:
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You should fulfill at least one of the following four conditions:
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Have a child (biological child, adopted child, foster child, stepchild), or
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Have a pedagogical education, or
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Have work experience in the educational field, or
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Have other experience working with children that qualifies you to work as a parenting advisor.
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You should be motivated, punctual, and reliable.
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You should be in good mental health.
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You should have a functioning, internet-capable device and a stable internet connection.
What do you learn on the course?
Theory 1: Fundamentals of Parenting
The focus in the first course is on 'the basics of child rearing to create a foundation for the course.
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Educational Goals
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Parenting Styles
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Parenting Methods
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Communication
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Parenting Actions
Theory 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.
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Human Development from an Islamic Perspective
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Physical Development
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Cognitive Development
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Social, Emotional, and Moral Development
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Language Development
Theory 3: 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.
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Children's Relationship with the 5 Pillars of Islam and the 6 Pillars of Iman
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Parental Relationship
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Allah’s Assistance in Child Upbringing
Theory 4: Learning
This course focuses on learning. It discusses how children learn and how they can be supported in their learning process.
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Learning Theories
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Educational and Teaching Methods of Prophet Muhammad (sallallâhu 'alayhi was-sallam)
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Focus and Motivation
Theory 5: Media
The correct use of media is a difficult topic in today's world and therefore requires our attention. In this course, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the media and how to protect yourself from the dangers of the media.
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New Media
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Social Media
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Media Education
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Influence of Media on Development
Theory 6: Conflict Management
In most cases, a parenting counsellor is consulted because there are problems or conflicts in parenting or within the family. This is why the course on conflict resolution is a central part of this certificate.
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Definitions and Conditions for a Conflict
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Conflicts in Different Stages of Child Development
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Solution-Oriented Approaches
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Counseling Techniques
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Questioning Techniques
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Physical and Psychological Violence
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Divorce
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Death
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Disability/Illness
Theory 7: Islamic identity and personality development
In the last course of the theoretical part, Islamic identity and personality development are discussed. An Islamic identity and personality offers young people and children the opportunity to recognise, understand and apply solutions from Islamic sources
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Physical Development and Puberty
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Sex Education from an Islamic Perspective
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Handling Intimate Relationships
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Separation from the Family
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Self-Discovery and Self-Esteem
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Career Guidance
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Media
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Identity Formation and Identity Crisis
Practice 1: 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 rearing is taught. This course starts with early childhood (0 - 6 years). Common problems and their solutions are discussed.
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Parenting During Pregnancy and After Birth
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Motor Skills and Language Development
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Play and Emotions/Feelings
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Discovery of One's Own "Self"
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External Influences on Parenting
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Socialization
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Handling Aggression
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Sexual and Hygiene Education
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Friends and Playmates
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Conflict Areas in Parenting
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Festivities at Schools and Among Friends
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Media
Practice 2: Islamic Parenting in practice - middle and late childhood
The fifth course teaches the practice of Islamic child rearing in middle and late childhood (7 to 11 years). Frequent problems and their solutions are also discussed here.
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Development of Critical Thinking
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Social and Moral Education
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Play Behavior
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Family
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Friendships
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Media
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Identity Formation
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Religious Development and Education (Prayer, Fasting, Hijab, etc.)
Practice 3: Islamic Parenting 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.
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Physical Development and Puberty
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Sex Education from an Islamic Perspective
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Handling Intimate Relationships
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Separation from the Family
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Self-Discovery and Self-Esteem
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Career Guidance
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Media
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Identity Formation and Identity Crisis
Practice 4: Practical training
In the practical training of this certificate, the knowledge of the theoretical part is applied and practised in practice. Furthermore, course participants have the opportunity to receive support in setting up a counselling centre.
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Case Studies for Practicing Learned Skills
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Analysis of Individual Counseling Situations
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Development of Solution Strategies