Updated May 2010
Contact information: Registration is required: call Cindy @541-850-3663. (DHS is closed Fri, June 18, 2010).
Klamath and Lake County
Foundations training for foster, relative and pre-adoptive families. The purpose of these presentations is to help those who attend make well-informed responsible decision to either foster or adopt children in the State's system. Class attendance is ths first requirement in this process. Completion of all sessions is required by each adult caregiver. Class participation is part of this process, so keep in mind that no question is ever foolish, so please ask. It is important to attend the entire series. Skipped classes could slow the certification process.
All sessions are held at the DHS-Child Welfare office. Park in the back parking lot (which faces the Post Office) and follow the signs. Daycare is not provided. Discuss class attendance by children with your certifier.
All sessions count toward continuing education for existing certified parents(s). This is a good way to refresh your knowledge and attendance will count toward your biennial 30-hours of continued training. If you are unsure if you need to attend any session, please call your certifier.
FOUNDATIONS TRAINING MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF INITIAL CERTIFICATION
Please call to obtain specific training dates, locations, and times
Date / Time: |
Topic: |
Tuesday,
May 18, 2010,
6-9pm
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Module 1: Introduction to Foundations Training for Caregivers
Role of the Caregiver
Certification Requirements
Success in Caring for Traumatized Children
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Thursday, May 20, 6-9pm
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Module 2: The Importance of the Birth Parent
*WHY Children Come into Care
*Attachment/Healthy Growth
*Understand Birth Family as Important Team Member
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Tuesday, May 25, 6-9pm
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Module 3: Child Development & the Impact of Abuse
*Overview of Normal Childhood Development
*Impact of Abuse & Neglect on Development |
Thursday, May 27, 6-9pm
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Module 4: Sexual Abuse
*Basic Dynamics of Sexual Abuse
*The Impact of Sexual Abuse on Children
*Basic Parenting Skills for the Sexually Abused Child
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Tuesday, June 1, 6-9pm |
Module 5: Behavior Management & Discipline
*Difference Between Discipline and Punishment
* Recognize Causes of Misbehavior
*State Discipline Guidelines
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Thursday, June 3, 6-9pm
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Module 6: Valuing the Child's Heritage
*Awareness of Culture
*Culture, Ethnicity, Race, What is it?
* Special Placement Issues |
Tuesday, June 8, 6-9pm
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Module 7: Working with the Child's Family
*Benefits vs; Challenges
*Roles/Responsibilities in Relationship to the Birth Families
*Caregiver's Role in the Reunification Process
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Saturday, June 12,
9-am - 12 Noon
Saturday, June 12
1pm - 4pm
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Module 8A-B: Next Steps for Caregivers
*Impact of Foster Care on Your Family
*Techniques for Coping with Caregiver Stress
*Minimize the Possibility of Abuse or Neglect Allegations
*Techniques & Values Related to Transitioning Children
*Certification Process & Placement After Training
*Characteristics of Successful Adoptive Families
*Understanding Openness & Mediation with Adoptive Children & Their Biological Families |
Additional Training
First Aid/CPR Training
DHS Office
Each participant must pay $5 for certification card. Registration is required
Call Cindy-541-850-3663
| First Aid Class |
10:00 am-Noon |
| CPR Class |
1:00 pm-3:00 pm |
