The Parent Academy at the Children’s Consortium is designed to be flexible around the needs and schedules of parents. Workshops are effective because they provide opportunities for interaction among parents, practice of concepts and techniques learned, and individualized problem solving. 

Certified Parent Educators at the Children’s Consortium recognize that each child is unique and uniquely special, but that some children require more support than others. We believe in teamwork and collaboration between parents and professionals. We believe that a helped parent is a helped child.

Our programs focus on strengthening the role of parents and caregivers as the first and most important teacher of their own children. 

Questions? Call 315-471-8331 to speak to a Parent Educator. They are available Monday- Friday, 8:30 - 4:30 to answer parent questions and to provide resources as you tackle the world’s most difficult job: raising a child.

Registration Information

You may use Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover for online payment. Payment and completed registration must be received by 3 days prior to the workshop date. If you are unable to register online, you may call 315-471-8331 to register by phone. Please have your credit card ready for payment.

If you prefer to pay by check or cash, you may mail or drop off payment at our office. Please see the walk-in policy if you missed the registration deadline.

Walk-In Policy
If the registration deadline has passed, you may still be able to attend the workshop. Please call 315-471-8331. You must bring payment with you and will be assessed a $5 late payment fee at the door.

Cancellations
All workshops have a minimum registration requirement. If a workshop will be cancelled due to low enrollment, you will be notified 2 days in advance of the workshop and given a full refund or the option to apply payment to a future workshop.

Refunds
Refunds are granted for cancellations made at least 3 business days prior to the training date. Cancellations after that date will not receive a refund.

Driving Directions

From east
Take 690 to exit 14: Teall Avenue. Turn left at the end of the ramp. Go to the 2nd light and turn left onto Erie Boulevard.  The office is located on the right just past Bruce Street. Entrance and parking are located around the back of the building.

From north/south/west
Take Route 81 to 690 East to exit 14: Teall Avenue, turning right at the end of the ramp.  Go to the 1st light and turn left onto Erie Boulevard.  The office is located on the right just past Bruce Street.  Entrance and parking are located around the back of the building.