This training is a comprehensive look at the need to meet needs rather than simply managing behavior when working with youth. The roles of youth and adult private logic and methods to connect with adult wary youth are examined. This 2-hour training includes: • The importance of meeting needs rather than simply managing behavior •[…]
Working with youth from difficult places occasionally includes dealing with aggressive verbal and physical behavior. This training outlines skills that may help the youth care professional be ready to provide support to youth in crisis. In this 3-hour training participants will: • Learn to identify the individual and environmental risk factors leading to aggression •[…]
Working with youth may be greatly aided by the understanding of the youth’s brain development beginning at conception. Knowledge and recognition of both positive and adverse experiences during the youth’s growth allow caregivers to structure, plan and implement targeted interventions. Included in this training: • An overview of brain structure, function and development • An[…]
When working with youth and families, it is important for professionals to be aware of the physical and behavioral signs of abuse and neglect, including understanding how to correctly report suspected abuse and neglect. In this 3 hour training, participants will: • Examine the physical and behavioral indicators of physical, sexual and emotional abuse and[…]
In this short one-hour training participants will examine the definitions for suicidal ideation, gesture and attempt and review current information regarding risk factors for suicide in youth populations. Information about how to respond to suicidal thoughts, ideations and threats in youth will also be provided. 1 hour