Education

We provide educational classes and resources that are evidence-based and best practices to engage and empower men in responsible fatherhood.

WHAT WE DO FOR FATHERS

OUR FATHER AND PARENT CLASSES

ONLINE

INDIVIDUAL

GROUP

Boot Camp for New Dads

A one-day, three-hour workshop for new and expecting Dads.

Boot Camp for New Dads is the U.S.’s largest program for first-time dads-to-be. Coached and taught by fathers with their babies, Boot Camp for New Dads enables new dads to step up to the challenge of being a dad and feel confident bringing the new baby home.

This is a three-hour workshop covering fatherhood and the needs of new mothers and new babies. During the workshop, the Coach (facilitator) will make sure new Dads (Rookies) talk about what they are most concerned about as new dads and other important topics, such as: Supporting new moms, breastfeeding, feeding, changing a diaper, how to manage family and visitors, baby’s safety, and more.

Men showing other men is a powerful formula for fatherhood success. No question is dumb, and no topic is off-limits in this supportive, positive environment. The pride of the Veteran dad and enthusiasm of the new (Rookie) dad at the end of the workshop will be exciting.

Men will leave Boot Camp for New Dads more confident and prepared for fatherhood and ready to be a team with the mom in parenting their new baby.

We are looking forward to you joining our Boot Camp for New Dads!

24/7 Dad (AM)

The beginning (AM) fathering program:
12 (group) sessions, 2-hour/sessions.

The 24/7 Dad Fathering program is an evidence-based fatherhood program used by thousands of nationwide organizations to improve the knowledge, behavior, and skills of dads of all races, religions, and demographics.

The program is built on the basis that fathers can be nurturers, and for men, nurturing is a learned skill.

Throughout the program, men examine their fatherhood history, learn the five characteristics of a 24/7 Dad, and other essential behaviors, such as, working with mom and proper child discipline.

Family History

What it Means to Be a Man

Showing and Handling Feelings

Men's Health

Communication

The Father's Role

Discipline

Children's Growth

Getting Involved

Working with Mom and Co-Parenting

Dads and Work

My 24/7 Dad Checklist

This one-day, 8-hour, group workshop, covers seven sessions, 1-hour/session.

24/7 Dad Key Behaviors Workshop

Whether they’ve participated in the 24/7 Dad Fathering program or not, men can confidently participate in this one-day workshop. They will learn the first ten behaviors associated with each of the five characteristics of the 24/7 Dad. The last two behaviors teach them the importance of “paying it forward’ and “community engagement.”

A practical workshop to help men learn the importance of developing and applying

the 12 key behaviors of a 24/7 Dad:

Working with an Accountability Partner or Partners (Self-Awareness)
Reflecting on a weekly basis (Self-Awareness)
Taking Care of Physical Health on a Regular Basis (Caring for Self)
Taking Care of Emotional/Mental health on a Regular Basis (Caring for Self)
Developing Skills that reflect His Role in the Family (Fathering Skills)
Modeling Healthy Masculinity (Fathering Skills)

Disciplining His Children in Healthy Ways (Parenting Skills)
Nurturing His Children (Parenting Skills)
Communicating Well with Mom and Their Children (Relationship Skills)
Building and Maintaining a Good Relationship with Mom (Relationship Skills)
Pays It Forward (Bonus)
Engages with His Community (Bonus)

Fathering in 15

An online learning tool to increase the father’s awareness, knowledge and skills to be a good Dad. The benefits to this online tool are:

1. Covers 15 fathering topics in approximately 15 minutes.

2. Self-pace program that can be completed on a smartphone, laptop, or computer.

3. Complete the Pre/Post survey for performance evaluation.

4. Receive a Certificate of Completion after completing all 15 subject areas.

Domestic Violence Education and Prevention Workshop

A 4-hour or stand-alone domestic violence education and prevention workshop for Dads. The objectives of this workshop are:

Create a bridge between fathering programs and domestic violence prevention advocates.
Create an awareness of domestic violence, encourage men to seek help early, and decrease the impact of intimate partner abuse.
Teach men about domestic violence and how it can negatively impact others.
To provide men with strategies to seek support for themselves and others (e.g., children, mother, etc.).

This educational workshop addresses the following areas of domestic violence:

Life Skills Education Series for (Non-Custodial) Fathers

Five separate 2-hour sessions for non-custodial fathers to help them succeed as involved, committed, and responsible fathers.

Workshops topics educate fathers and non-custodial fathers in the following areas:

Understanding Dad (for Moms)

A 2-hour, 8 sessions program that helps mothers improve their relationship with fathers for the benefit of their children.

Understanding Dad raises mothers' awareness about the importance of father involvement in their children's lives. It helps mothers to reflect on how their developmental histories have and continue to influence the relationships with the fathers of their children.

It also teaches mothers communication skills to improve the partnership between them and the fathers of their children in raising their children (e.g. co-parenting when mothers and fathers are no longer together).