Training
We offer a variety of training courses related to young people’s mental health.
More and more, those who support young people are seeing their role evolve into a balance between education/guidance and pastoral care.
Why do we offer training?
Educators, health and social workers all play a vital role in a child’s life outside the family home.
Life events are often unpredictable. Living through a traumatic experience can change the course of life for children and families. How well people survive depends upon individual emotional resilience developed by the quality of attachment to others.
Just by being aware of when (if ever) the right time is to refer a child or young person for professional support can make all the difference to their life.
“Incredibly pertinent, accessible and inspiring stuff. These training sessions and tools are the keys to creating a society that serves everyone with justice. I appreciate your work so much Kids Inspire!” - Tigan Palmer, Head of Programme Development, The Kids Network
Trauma-Informed Practice Training
Aimed specifically at those on the front-line supporting children and young people; teachers, social workers, youth organisations, parent/carers, and more besides.
The various specalist courses are delivered by qualified practitioners, experienced in education, social work, psychology and psychotherapy.
Learning outcomes
Confidence and understanding of trauma informed practice.
Recognition of the signs and symptoms of trauma.
Awareness of the behaviours associated with trauma and attachment difficulties.
Acquisition of ‘tools’ to aid appropriate response to young people whose behaviour worries us the most.
Ability to plan timely and helpful interventions.
Training content
Step 1: Complete the “Supporting children and young people to manage anxiety, stress and overwhelm” training
Step 2: You can then sign up to any of the following trainings:
Case Studies and Consultation Through the Lens of Trauma
Supporting Anxious Children & Young People
Supporting Angry and Depressed Children and Young People
Trauma Through the Lens of Neurodiversity
Developmental Trauma and Attachment
Who is Trauma Informed Practice training for?
It’s suitable for all those who support young people: educators, health workers, social workers, parents/carers and community workers.
Learn more and book.
Based on our learning from training delivery, we are in the process of accrediting our Trauma-Informed Practice Training course.
Other training
Training for professionals
We would encourage professionals to contact us if there is a specific ‘ask’ for training. It is possible for us to tailor training based on need.
Training for Volunteer Mentors
Grow professionally while making a difference to a child’s life.
Receive two days training from trauma specialists and child psychotherapists.
Training for Community Volunteers
Support your local community and help to promote wellbeing as a ‘Community Organiser Volunteer’. With the right tools, support and training Volunteers can be the difference the community needs.
Holiday Club
is an important part of our outreach activity.
The Voice
Young people talking about youth mental health.
Wellbeing Day
Because we all experience stress and overwhelming feelings.