Be Your Best * Personal Effectiveness Training (via zoom)
Feb 2, 2023 - May 3, 2023
Online zoom program, VIC
You are invited to come along and learn what valuable communication tools the Personal Empowerment Program has to offer.
B.Y.B.
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Parenting Book Club
Jan 1, 1970
online, TAS
The Parenting Book Club is an online activity, providing parents with the opportunity to explore the key principles and skills of Thomas Gordon's Parenting Effectiveness program. We meet once a week for one hour and the facilitator will guide discussions on specific topics that are related to chapters in the textbook. There is plenty of opportunity to consider how to use the skills and ways to implement the communication style into our parenting.
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Sunshine Coast P.E.T. course 18April
Apr 18, 2021 - May 23, 2021
Sunshine Coast, QLD
Tired of punishment, yelling or time-outs, learn assertive and compassionate communication skills so that you: Create warmer more satisfying relationships Help children solve their own problems Resolve parent/child conflicts more easily Comfortably express your own concerns and unmet needs related to children’s behaviour.
P.E.T.
Parent Effectiveness Training - Melbourne
Apr 28, 2021 - Jun 16, 2021
Doncaster, VIC
Children will develop well and thrive both physically and emotionally when they feel safe and loved. P.E.T. will facilitate parents with a set of communication skills, by listening to the children attentively, expressing parents’ concerns non-blamefully, and resolving conflicts fairly, your children will feel safe and loved.
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Summer Parenting Intensive
Jan 21, 2024 - Mar 17, 2024
Course held on Zoom: Join from anywhere in Australia and NZ, VIC
Give yourself a lift for the year ahead! Starting January 2024, learn the skills and techniques that will make family life a lot less stressful and ensure your New Year runs easier for you and your children.
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P.E.T. Instructor Training
Oct 30, 2023 - Jan 24, 2024
Anywhere in Australia or New Zealand, VIC
Parent Effectiveness Training is simply the most rewarding program I have ever taught parents. Parents always comment that they wish they had known these skills from the beginning.
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Personal Effectiveness Training (via zoom)
Sep 2, 2023 - Dec 2, 2023
Online via Zoom, VIC
You are invited to come along and learn what valuable tools the Personal Empowerment Program has to offer.
B.Y.B.
Parent Effectiveness Training program via Zoom
May 13, 2023 - Dec 2, 2023
Online via Zoom * Australia wide, VIC
Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) is based on a philosophy of respect for everyone’s feelings and needs in the family or teacher/ child relationships.
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Be Your Best
Sep 6, 2023 - Sep 27, 2023
Launceston, TAS
Do you want to make good things happen in your life? You can use the proven skills and methods in the Be Your Best (BYB) Program to have a healthier life and more valuable and respectful relationships with other people.
B.Y.B.
Parenting just got Easier!
Sep 12, 2023 - Oct 31, 2023
Course held on Zoom: Join from anywhere in Australia and NZ, VIC
In my experience, only great parents practice P.E.T. I have worked with hundreds of parents committed to creating healthy relationships with their kids for nearly 30 years. I look forward to sharing these transformative skills with you too.
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The Heart & Science of Parenting
Aug 10, 2023 - Nov 9, 2023
Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
This course integrates practices grounded in neurobiology, modern attachment theory and emotional regulation taught alongside the relationship-based, communication skills framework of the Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) program.
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Introduction to Parent Effectiveness Training
May 8, 2023 - May 8, 2023
Online *Vic AEST, VIC
An introductory skills practice session to give you a taste of the "Gordon Method" and the transformative, practical skills of the Parent Effectiveness Training program.
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Parenting just got Easier!
Jun 11, 2023
Anywhere in Australia or New Zealand, VIC
Master Trainer Judith Richardson will take you through the P.E.T. program over 6 Sunday mornings on Zoom so you can join from the comfort of your home. If you prefer Judith also provides individual or couple tuition and coaching.
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Term 2 - Online P.E.T. course: Australia & NZ via Zoom
Apr 26, 2023 - Jun 14, 2023
Australia & NZ, QLD
Want more connected, warm, loving interactions? Bring out your best and the best in your children without the need for punishment, yelling or time-outs.
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Parent Effectiveness Training
Apr 30, 2023 - Jul 2, 2023
Canberra, ACT
A fun an engaging course to become the best parent for your child. Held over eight weeks, parents learn and practice effective communication skills so you and your family have a lifelong harmonious relationship.
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P.E.T Online via Zoom
Feb 14, 2023 - Jun 13, 2023
Online Australia/New Zealand via Zoom, NSW
Shorter evening sessions held online over 16 weeks to suit busy schedules - learn valuable skills that will increase connection and harmony within your family.
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Parenting Summer School
Jan 8, 2023 - Feb 12, 2023
Course held on Zoom: Join from anywhere in Australia and NZ, VIC
Starting the new year with P.E.T. will give your life a real lift with just the right balance of powerful and practical communication skills and a philosophy that will support you in creating harmony in your home.
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P.E.T. & School Readiness Funding
Jan 1, 2023
Victorian Kindergartens/Child Care Centres: Online or in-person anytime throughout 2023, VIC
Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) is now listed as one of the evidence-informed programs and supports on the School Readiness Funding Menu. This funding is being offered by the Victorian Department of Education & Training to provide additional support for kindergartens to help children get the most out of their early learning.
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Parent Effectiveness Training
Feb 15, 2023 - Apr 5, 2023
Cranebrook, NSW
Learn how to raise responsible and happy kids without having to resort to threats or bribes.
P.E.T.Parenting discussion group
Oct 17, 2022 - Dec 12, 2022
on-line via Zoom, TAS
Join Geraldine's weekly conversation to explore the key messages within the Parenting training course and Thomas Gordon model of communication and family relationships.
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P.E.T Online via Zoom
Feb 11, 2023 - Apr 1, 2023
Online Australia/New Zealand via Zoom, NSW
Learn valuable skills that will increase connection and harmony within your family in this 8 session program from the comfort of your home.
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P.E.T Online zoom program
Aug 22, 2023 - Oct 10, 2023
Online via zoom - Australia, QLD
P.E.T’s heartfelt and honest communication is key to long-lasting family bonds that can withstand the most challenging years.
P.E.T.
P.E.T. online via Zoom
Oct 13, 2022 - Dec 15, 2022
Online Australia wide via Zoom, ACT
A fun and engaging, in-depth course run over 8 sessions from the comfort of your own home thanks to the wonders of Zoom. Ros has been using Zoom since March 2020 when needing to adjust mid-course at the beginning of the Covid pandemic.
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P.E.T. in person, Canberra
Oct 15, 2022 - Dec 17, 2022
Phillip, ACT
Parenting is one of the hardest and most rewarding careers you can have. Make the most of it by learning skills that will change your, and your family's, life.
P.E.T.
P.E.T in person, Forster NSW, August 2022
Aug 6, 2022 - Aug 21, 2022
Forster , NSW
Based on a respectful parenting approach, P.E.T. teaches skills to support families in building more peaceful and loving relationships. P.E.T. was designed by award-winning psychologist and three-time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Dr Thomas Gordon.
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Skills Practice Session via Zoom
Jun 6, 2022 - Jun 6, 2022
Online, VIC
A fun and engaging skills practice session via zoom!
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Online P.E.T. Wednesdays 9AM till 12PM
May 25, 2022 - Jul 27, 2022
Online via Zoom - Australia & NZ, QLD
Tired of yelling, bribes, time-outs or punishment? Wanting connected, closer relationships with children and other important people in your life? Learn a time-tested model of communication that is both assertive and compassionate. Designed by award-winning psychologist and three-time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Dr Thomas Gordon.
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Weekend P.E.T - In-person course
Oct 29, 2022 - Dec 10, 2022
In person - Gold Coast Australia, QLD
P.E.T’s heartfelt and honest communication is key to long-lasting family bonds that can withstand the most challenging years.
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Skills practice session via zoom
Apr 30, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022
Online via zoom, VIC
A fun and engaging practical skills session via zoom.
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Online P.E.T. course: Australia & NZ via Zoom
Mar 10, 2022 - May 12, 2022
Australia & NZ, QLD
Tired of punishment, yelling or time-outs, and want to learn compassionate and assertive communication skills? Join from the comfort of your own home from anywhere in Australia or NZ.
P.E.T.
Parenting just got Easier!
Mar 1, 2022 - Apr 26, 2022
Course held on Zoom: Join from anywhere in Australia and NZ, VIC
This positive and respectful parenting method will transform your relationship with your children and other important people in your life.
P.E.T.
P.E.T. online program via zoom
Oct 9, 2022 - Dec 4, 2022
Online Australia wide, VIC
The 8 session program for parents sharing Dr Thomas Gordon's philosophy for effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
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Be Your Best program - online via zoom
Oct 8, 2022 - Dec 3, 2022
Online Australia wide, VIC
The 10 session program sharing Dr Thomas Gordon's philosophy and techniques on effective communication and conflict resolution.
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Be Your Best Program June 2021 intake
Jun 5, 2021 - Oct 2, 2021
Mornington, VIC
The 10 week program sharing Dr Thomas Gordon's philosophy and techniques on effective communication and conflict resolution.
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P.E.T. Program for Parents
May 15, 2021 - Aug 28, 2021
Mornington, VIC
The 8 week program for parents sharing Dr Thomas Gordon's philosophy for effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
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Sunshine Coast P.E.T. course
Apr 18, 2021 - May 23, 2021
Sunshine Coast, QLD
Tired of punishment, yelling or time-outs, learn assertive and compassionate communication skills so that you: Create warmer more satisfying relationships Help children solve their own problems Resolve parent/child conflicts more easily Comfortably express your own concerns and unmet needs related to children’s behaviour. Kathryn’s passion is helping parents to build more peaceful, loving relationships through improving their communication skills.
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Parent Effectiveness Training - Melbourne
Apr 28, 2021 - Jun 16, 2021
Doncaster, VIC
Children will develop well and thrive both physically and emotionally when they feel safe and loved. By practicing P.E.T. skills in your daily life, your children will feel safe and loved.
P.E.T.
Be Your Best 'Self'
May 1, 2021 - Sep 4, 2021
Melbourne, VIC
Learn how and when to apply a powerful set of tools that will measurably improve your life, increase your influence and help you with all relationships and especially with those 'hard to have/awkward' conversations!
B.Y.B.
Be Your Best Parent
Apr 27, 2021 - Jun 15, 2021
Melbourne, VIC
Real skills and a fresh and exciting way to manage your parenting challenges that will free you up to have the kind of relationships with your children you have been longing for. Less fuss, less stress, and much more fun and love in your family.
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Online P.E.T. Bookclub
Apr 8, 2021 - Jun 3, 2021
Online, VIC
The P.E.T. online bookclub is a fun and collaborative way to read Dr Thomas Gordon's P.E.T. book. In the sessions we discuss the topics of how to build harmonious and authentic relationships with your children and family members.
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Online BYB Bookclub
Apr 15, 2021 - Jun 10, 2021
Online, VIC
The BYB online bookclub is a fun and collaborative way to read the Be Your Best book. In the sessions we discuss the topics of how to build harmonious and authentic relationships in all areas of our life.
B.Y.B.
Parent Effectiveness Training - Canberra
Apr 27, 2021 - Jun 15, 2021
South Canberra, ACT
Learn peaceful parenting skills in Canberra with Larissa, mother of two and experienced P.E.T. instructor. Help build a lifelong relationship based on mutual respect, and enjoy being a parent.
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Brisbane P.E.T. course Term 1
Feb 21, 2021 - Mar 28, 2021
Milton, Brisbane, QLD
Tired of punishment, yelling or time-outs, learn assertive and compassionate communication skills so that you create quality loving relationships in your family.
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Parenting in Challenging Times
Sep 1, 2020 - Nov 10, 2020
Yarraville, VIC
These unusual times this may just be the perfect time to get your house in order and get on top of your parenting challenges.
P.E.T.Family Communication program for parents of Tweens and Teens
Aug 3, 2020 - Dec 18, 2020
Middle Park, VIC
I facilitate the P.E.T program for parents who are looking for a tailored approach. I specialise in supporting parents of tweens and Teens.
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Be Your Best Communication Course
Jul 5, 2020 - Aug 30, 2020
Melbourne CBD, VIC
Enrich all your relationships. Learn assertive skills, conflict resolution, handle anxiety, and set goals for more fulfillment.
B.Y.B.
Online P.E.T. Book Club for Parents
Jun 3, 2020 - Jun 24, 2020
Online via Zoom, VIC
Online Book Club for Parents discussing the concepts and skills of the training and how they specifically relate to your parenting situation.
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Authentic Conversations for Challenging Times
May 18, 2020 - Aug 10, 2020
Australia-Wide, VIC
Keep your Monday evening free and integrate this amazing set of skills that will help you become a calm and confident communicator able to navigate difficult settings and have crucial conversations with more ease.
B.Y.B.
Parenting in Challenging Times
Apr 14, 2020 - Jun 16, 2020
Yarraville, VIC
Parents coming together in an exciting learning environment to master communicating with children in these challenging times. P.E.T. supports you to feel less stressed as a parent and become more calm and more connected within your whole family.
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Enjoy Parenting P.E.T.
Jul 15, 2020 - Sep 2, 2020
Wellington Point, QLD
Parenting experts and researchers of brain development confirm that the best way to become an effective parent is to foster emotional connection and develop empathy with your child. With these skills you do not need to rely on yelling, nagging, threats or punishment. Instead, by learning effective communication strategies, including active listening and conflict resolution, you can learn how to influence rather than control your children.
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The Parent Within P.E.T Course
May 17, 2020 - Jun 21, 2020
Sunshine Coast, QLD
P.E.T. is a course especially designed for families to learn a time-tested model of communication offering skills which enhance relationships with children and other important people in their lives.
P.E.T.Instructor Blogs
Blogs from ETIA to support instructors.
Instructor Interview with Monica Purcell
Written by ETIA Admin
I am a Child & Family Social Worker working with a not-for-profit organisation in Greater Western Sydney. I am passionate about children’s rights and supporting families, particularly parents, to honour and uphold the rights of children.
Instructor Interview with Geraldine Crisp
Written by ETIA Admin
I have maintained that if one person in each workshop takes something away that they can use to be a better version of themselves and more respectful in their interactions with their children and partner, it was a successful session.
How to Promote P.E.T. Classes: Meike Lemmens
Written by ETIA Admin
Meke Lemmens, GTI Master Trainer in the US shares on You Tube how she promotes P.E.T. classes.
Instructor Interview with Jenny Percy
Written by ETIA Admin
I am a certified life coach for mums of kids with ADHD and anxiety, and this year I am also helping solopreneur mums create space in their schedule and mind so they have time and energy for their business, family, and self.
Instructor Interview with Fern Champion
Written by ETIA Admin
Approach your first course with an attitude of fun and curiosity. It is OK if you are still learning along the way. There is no point at which we stop learning or know it all! So jump on in and have a go. The course content is so fabulous that you can’t go wrong.
Exploring Emotions Workshop
Written by Kathryn Tonges
Two book reviews were the springboard for us to dive deep: “Permission To Feel” by Professor Marc Brackett; "Atlas of The Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience " by Brené Brown.
ETIA P.E.T. Flyers
Written by Kathryn Tonges
Five ETIA flyer options are now available for your use to make it easy for you to spread the word about your courses. They are editable so that you can include your specific details.
Instructor Interview with Catherine Nason
Written by Kathryn Tonges
I’ve had parents return to do the course a second time, stating how much they got from it second time around as they aren’t trying to consume all the information at once.
Approaching NDIS for your course funding
Written by Elissa Woolley
Instructor Elissa Woolley has approached NDIS and now has people attending P.E.T. courses and B.Y.B. courses via NDIS funding. Elissa shared her experience at the recent ETIA PD "Getting Participants to Your Courses".
Networking to gain participants for your courses
Written by Elissa Woolley
I can not stress enough the importance of networking. I will include a list of people/businesses that I have approached in order to make them aware of the service that I offer.
About ETIA
The Effectiveness Training Institute of Australia (ETIA) Ltd is a not-for-profit, community based organisation that is dedicated to making courses in communication and conflict resolution skills available and accessible to all people in Australia.
ETIA’s mission is to provide individuals with effective communication and conflict resolution skills to build connected, harmonious relationships.
Our inspiration and programs come from the late Dr Thomas Gordon who is the author and founder of Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) program and Gordon Training International (GTI).