Putting the Pieces Together – Training for Child-welfare Professional, Adoptive and Foster Parents

This full-day (5.5 hours) training is FREE to parents and Alabama DHR staff. All other professionals seeking certification will be charged a fee of $55.00 for this NBCC approved training. TTN will assist social workers, mental health professionals, and residential/foster care/relative care providers in putting the pieces together more efficiently and effectively to serve the children and families in Alabama.

During the training, we will address the definition, impact, and intervention strategies connected with the three key concepts of Permanency and Loss, Trauma, and Mental Health Treatment, all through a culturally informed lens. Key points of intersection among these three concepts will be identified to help participants understand how their roles are critical to the increased safety, cultural connectedness, and well-being of the children and families we serve.

To engage you, the adult learner, and maximize your transfer of learning, we will utilize interactive small and large-group discussions, short videos, small group exercises, and brief didactic lectures.

Training Objectives:
Through this training, participants will:
1. Identify culturally appropriate and trauma-informed mental health diagnoses for our clients.
2. Identify culturally appropriate and trauma-informed psychiatric and therapy options for our clients.
3. Identify collaborative intervention opportunities to address the needs of both our clients and our staff/providers/caregivers.

Meet Dr. Greg Manning: Your Expert Trainer

A dedicated professional, Dr. Manning always seeks to empower others in this challenging field, “I see this work as a vocation and a calling, instead of a job. It is from this perspective that my thankfulness resonates since I believe that I am doing the work I was called to do.” Dr. Greg Manning is a professional speaker, trainer, and consultant for the National Center on Adoption and Permanency (NCAP). He also serves as an Adjunct Faculty in the UMass Global – Graduate Department of Psychology. Dr. Manning’s extensive experience in mental health and child welfare, will inform this interactive training session. He has worked with numerous agencies and has presented at national conferences. His expertise in culturally informed mental health and trauma-informed care makes him the perfect guide for this Trained Therapist Network training event.

Join Alabama Pre/Post Adoption Connections (APAC) Training In-Person!

TTN trainings present a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge, helping you make a positive difference in the lives of children and families in a collaborative environment. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn from an expert in the field and connect with other professionals who share your commitment to improving the lives of children. We sincerely hope you will join us in-person to experience this enriching training event. We always provide fresh coffee, tasty snacks, and opportunities to network. However, a virtual option is also available for your convenience.