Practical Strategies for Reducing Screen Time in Children
A practical, science-backed course that helps parents reduce children’s screen time through realistic strategies, healthy routines, engaging alternatives, and sustainable digital balance for the whole family.
Taught by Dr. Dipak Kumar, OT
About this course
In today’s digital world, reducing screen time for children has become a major challenge for parents. This course, “Practical Strategies for Reducing Screen Time in Children,” is designed to provide parents and caregivers with effective, science-backed techniques to create a healthy balance without constant struggles. Over the course, you will learn how excessive screen time affects children’s brain development, behaviour, and overall well-being. You’ll discover practical, easy-to-implement strategies to track screen habits, set realistic limits, and introduce engaging, screen-free activities that your child will enjoy. This course offers a step-by-step guide on how to replace screen time with creative play, social interactions, and sensory-rich experiences while also addressing common challenges like tantrums and resistance. You will also learn how to model healthy screen habits, use parental control tools wisely, and create a long-term, sustainable plan for a balanced digital lifestyle. Each lesson is designed to be concise, engaging, and actionable, ensuring that you walk away with practical solutions that fit your family’s needs. With video lessons, downloadable guides, real-life case studies, and expert insights, this course will empower you to take control of your child’s screen time while strengthening your bond as a family. If you’re looking for realistic and stress-free ways to manage your child’s screen use, this course is for you.
What you'll learn
Course content
8 modules · 21 lessons · 146 min total
Lesson 1: How Much Screen Time is Too Much?
6 min · Free preview
Lesson 2: Effects of Excessive Screen Use on Children
8 min
Lesson 3: Recommended Screen Time Limits by Age
5 min
Lesson 4: Identifying When & Why Kids Use Screens
6 min
Lesson 5: How to Track Screen Time (With Templates)
5 min
Lesson 6: Setting Realistic & Enforceable Limits
7 min
Lesson 7: Indoor & Outdoor Play Ideas
6 min
Lesson 8: Creative & Sensory-Based Activities
8 min
Lesson 9: Encouraging Social Interactions Without Screens
5 min
Lesson 10: How Parents’ Screen Habits Influence Kids
5 min
Lesson 11: Creating Screen-Free Family Routines
6 min
Lesson 12: How to Enforce Limits Without Power Struggles
6 min
Lesson 13: Managing Devices with Parental Controls
5 min
Lesson 14: Choosing Quality Content (Apps, Shows, Games)
5 min
Lesson 15: Teaching Kids Responsible Screen Use
6 min
Lesson 16: Dealing with Tantrums & Screen Withdrawal
9 min
Lesson 17: Transitioning Kids from Screens to Other Activities
10 min
Lesson 18: Building Long-Term Healthy Screen Habits
9 min
Lesson 19: Step-by-Step Screen Time Reduction Plan
12 min
Lesson 20: Course Summary & Next Steps
7 min
Certificare
10 min
Requirements
- No prior knowledge needed
- A device with internet access
- Willingness to learn
- Basic English proficiency
Who this course is for
- Parents of children aged 2–12 years.
- Caregivers and therapists wanting practical screen time management strategies.
- Families aiming for balanced, age-appropriate screen habits.
- Parents and therapists seeking positive, structured approaches without power struggles.
- Anyone looking to promote healthier habits and family well-being.
About your instructor
Dr. Dipak Kumar, OT
Paediatric occupational therapist with 5+ years of experience supporting families.
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