Would you like to certify as a level 1 Aware Parenting Instructor in the UK, Ireland or Sub-Saharan Africa?

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Would you like to certify as a level 1 Aware Parenting Instructor in the UK, Ireland or Sub-Saharan Africa? *

Rebecca is a level 2 Aware Parenting Instructor and has been supporting parents using the Aware Parenting approach for nearly 10 years. Rebecca is the regional co-ordinator of the UK , Ireland and Sub-Saharan Africa supporting those wishing to certify as Aware Parenting Level 1 Instructors.

 

You can read all about the philosophy here.  These are the 10 principles of Aware Parenting. 

  • "I have found Rebecca to be kind, humble and unwaveringly supportive. During the instructor mentoring programme, I so looked forward to logging on each week, in the knowledge that the space would be warm, welcoming, accepting, loving and nurturing. I am truly grateful to Rebecca for deepening my knowledge, skills and reflective capacity. Rebecca is so generous in sharing her own vulnerability, and has a beautifully raw, sincere and real presence."

    Katie, Participant


List of Requirements

  • You can find the list of requirements on Dr Solter's website here.    For the workshop requirement, attend either Rebecca's 2 day online training on Transforming families with Aware Parenting or a full-day workshop by Aletha Solter.​​ Rebecca runs her workshop once a year. 

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Additionally you will need to:​

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  • Take part in Rebecca's Mentoring Programme. This is ten 2 hour sessions.  The next mentoring group starts in May 2025.

  • 21st May , 4th June,  18th June, 2nd July, 10th September 24th September, 8th October, 22nd October, 12th November and the 26th November 2025.

  • Wednesdays 11am-1pm fortnightly with a few breaks. 

  • Cost of the programme is £100 per session per person or £850 for the 10 sessions.

  • EARLYBIRD £750 for anyone booking before 1st january 2025

  • Email Rebecca at flourishingchildhood@gmail.com to book on

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NEXT MENTORING PROGRAMME STARTS IN JUNE 2025​

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Price includes:

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  • My 1 day online workshop: Transforming Families with Aware Parenting. For those who have already attended my workshop the fee is deducted from the mentoring fee.

  • An hour 1-1 with me

  • 10x 2 hour mentoring sessions

  • An online community platform

  • Lots of materials to support your learning under course materials on the platform

  • Lots of Instructor prompts and resources to use on your instructor journey

  • Extra hop on sessions for more clarification

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 Please email Rebecca if you would like to join the next group mentoring   programme. (Approx 10-12 participants) 

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  • Lead a 2 hour online workshop which you can record or invite Rebecca to attend. This can be on a topic of your choice but must include some opportunities for participants to reflect together about the topic being shared. For those who plan to work 1- 1 with parents I request an outline of how you   envision your offerings to parents and families. 

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  • Have at least 1 listening partnership with another parent practising 'gentle parenting'. A listening partnership is where you and another parent exchange regular listening support with each other. Here is a short video explaining how it works. You can ask to join our Listening Partnership WhatsApp group. 

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  • Be in some form of therapy or inner child work (This may also have been in the past)

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  • Application procedure:

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  •  After you have met all the basic requirements listed on Dr. Solter's website here and the additional requirements listed above, please send the following three items to Rebecca Sheikh at flourishingchildhood@gmail.com: 

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1) the completed application form 

2) your written application (divided into five sections as described here)

3) your letter of recommendation (which must include a signature or e-signature) 

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  • Finally I do not wish money to be an obstacle for certification if you are unable to afford the mentoring or application fee please reach out. .

  • “Rebecca introduced me to the transformative philosophy of Aware Parenting during my early days as a new mother. Years later, sensing my desire for a career change, she offered me an incredible opportunity to deepen my understanding of Aware Parenting and pursue training towards Level 1 certification.As a mentor, Rebecca was profoundly intuitive and possessed a wealth of knowledge and experience, which she shared with remarkable skill. Her guidance was truly invaluable.Today, I am honoured to be part of this revolutionary community, equipped with the skills to share Aware Parenting with others. It's been an extraordinary journey, and I am grateful for the growth and insight I've gained."

    Janine, Participant

  • "I feel so grateful for being part of Aware Parenting mentoring programme with Rebecca. Her programme is so much more than about getting information and knowledge. She is such a compassionate and authentic human being and these traits of her made our journey together exceptional. This is what parents need these days, as parenting can be very challenging and having support from a teacher like Rebecca is invaluable. Rebecca is also very creative, enthusiastic, full of joy and sense of humour, which helped us to connect with our Inner Child thus contributing to our parenting journey. Apart from it Rebecca offered us plenty of examples on how to connect and play with children, which created a solid base for our future work as Aware Parenting instructors. Finally, learning with Rebecca offered plenty of opportunities for self-reflection and overall insights regarding our lives. Therefore I feel that this course gave us so much more value above traditional parenting course. It is an unusual experience that presented to us opportunities for personal growth while having a safe space for emotional release and getting through challenging experiences. Thank you, Rebecca!"

    Karolina, Participant

  • "What a pleasure to have Rebecca as my mentor for the Aware Parenting Instructor programme. I loved her organized, systematic approach that gave plenty of space for heart to heart discussions..and at times DANCING! Yes, we learned online but we were able to connect in such joyful and meaningful ways. I have known about Aware Parenting for over 23 years. I had not realised the extent and depth of the work and especially enjoyed learning about attachment style play games that deeply heal. So happy to now be an Aware Parenting Instructor in Ireland. Two photos below.1) is a picture of me and John as very proud parents with our fine young adults who we raised with an aware parenting perspective. Parenting isnt easy but if we can all squeeze into a car 24 years later cant be too bad! 2) Shows a safe happy place that a lovely aware 8 year old client made in her session. Thanks Rebecca for refining my understanding of Aware Parenting so I can bring it into the world for others."

    Sara, Participant

  • "Rebecca is incredibly supportive and relaxed Trainer. I was able to ask questions and as a result learn a lot from the training."

    Kola, Participant

  • "I am so grateful for the support Rebecca has given me. Her mentoring sessions provided a wonderful breadth of information and also the safety to discuss personal reflections and challenges. Rebecca's openness and kindness have been so welcoming, the whole experience has been truly transformative."

    Sarah, Participant