September Redefining Discipline: A 4-Week Online Class for Parents (2022)

A No-Gimmicks Guide to Raising Responsible, Respectful Kids

"Everything about this class was extremely helpful and useful. The discussion group is a wonderful way to get great feedback from other parents and the instructors. I really enjoy the live sessions which allowed more back and forth discussion. This class gave me so many more useful techniques to help my children grow and develop while maintaining respectful discipline strategies. I have the handouts all over my kitchen and bathroom!"

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Parents, do you believe your kids won’t act the way you want them to unless you use punishments to force them into some sort of obedience… or do the opposite by promising rewards for good behavior?

Are you searching for new ideas to end the cycle of arguing, negotiating, punishing and dangling carrots?

PEP's Redefining Discipline: A No Gimmicks Guide to Raising Responsible, Respectful Kids will help you find new harmony, cooperation and connection in your family.

This 30-day class teaches a different perspective on problematic situations and behavior. It's a time-tested, proven approach that builds relationships with more joy and less friction… and leads to a lot of personal growth for your child.

Discover a new coaching role with your children and help guide them on a path to self-discipline.

Redefining Discipline builds on the principles and strategies covered by the Encouragement: Building Your Child's Confidence from the Inside Out online class. It is designed for parents of preschoolers through teens.

Class Dates

Saturday, September 3 to Friday, September 30, 2022 | Class Discussions Thursdays 8:30 - 9:30 pm ET

How the Class Works

  • Each Saturday, the week's content is released: video lesson(s), Try This At Home exercises and handouts to watch and read at your convenience.
  • Live weekly online Class Discussion with the class instructor take place on Thursday evenings at 8:30 pm ET beginning September 8.
  • Comments sections on each video page is moderated by the class instructor -- post your questions and connect with other parents.
  • Class videos, handouts and materials available to you for one year to review and revisit as needed.

This Course Includes

6 Instructional Video Lessons (7-14 minutes each) and packed with practical tips and advice to use right away. Video lessons include role plays so that you can see real life examples of what to say and do, and what NOT to say and do!

  • Week 1: Why Punishment & Rewards Don't Work / Natural Consequences
  • Week 2: An Introduction to Logical Consequences
  • Week 3: How Do You Use Logical Consequences "In the Moment" (including the game-changing art of Problem Solving)
  • Week 4: Three Common Pitfalls and Three Parenting Tips for Success

Weekly "Try This At Home" Exercises so that you can put each lesson into immediate practice with your family.

Topical PEP Parenting Articles so that you can dig deeper into the topics.

Handy printouts with examples and language that you can use with your children, and which you can post nearby to keep you on track.

4 Live, online Class Discussions with your PEP class instructor who will answer your questions (you can post them in advance).

Comments sections where you will receive Tips of the Week and get your questions answered.

How Much Time Will This Take?

That depends on you. Reviewing the instructional videos and handouts will take about one hour a week. The Try This At Home exercises are designed to fit into and improve your every day life. The Class Discussion is one hour per week, which you can join live to ask a question or post it in the Comments section.

We know that making changes to your parenting strategies takes a lot of time and effort. That's why we built in the online Class Discussions and Comments sections so you can ask questions. As with any new habit, the more you participate, the more you benefit.

What if I'm Unhappy With This Class?

If you're unhappy with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we'll give you a refund.

Who Is This Class For?

The core concepts taught in this class are applicable to parents of children from preschoolers to teens -- in fact, the concepts apply to all relationships!

NOTE: If you need a certificate of completion to show for taking this parenting course, one is automatically generated when you complete the course.

Have More Questions?

Email The PEP Team at [email protected].


Your Instructor


Carol Hoffman and Mary Douglas
Carol Hoffman and Mary Douglas

Carol Hoffman is a Certified Parent Educator with the Parent Encouragement Program. She has been leading classes since 2008. Parenting is a journey and Carol enjoys guiding parents to navigate the inevitable ups and downs of family life towards positive connection and engagement with their children all along the way.

Mary Douglas is a PEP Parent Educator who started taking PEP classes in 2010 when her oldest son was 3 years old. Mary has assisted in PEP classes since 2013. Mary has used PEP principles not only with her husband and two school-aged sons but also in her work with parents and children as a cooperative play program facilitator for DC Dept of Parks & Recreation and working with women who were homeless at a DC-based nonprofit. Mary also holds a master’s degree in public health.


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