This is a unique opportunity to really experience the care system from the perspective of those who have lived through it. It includes two specially commissioned animated films designed and created by young people.

The training is very hands on, experiential and multi-sensory. You are guaranteed a moving, insightful & highly memorable day that will leave you better able to connect with and truly support young people in a meaningful way.

“I loved learning things from the young people’s perspectives as opposed to the usual professional approach… it would be nice for this training to be available to school children, colleges and universities around the country.”

Who the course is for

This training has been designed and delivered by care experienced young people specifically for social work students and practitioners involved in the direct care and/or corporate parenting of children and young people.

“This was unlike any training I have ever had before!” Social work student

Learning outcomes

We can tailor to your group needs from a range including

• Understand children and young people and the issues that affect them (current youth culture)
• Understand better the experience of being in care
• Identify what makes a good and a bad Social Worker
• Identify what children and young people need from their Social Worker
• Build the trust and respect of children and young people in your care
• Create relationships of trust and consistency
• Discuss strategies for not letting your job take over your personality
• Finding ways to identify common interests, help and encourage young people

Course information

This is usually a one day course, but this is flexible to ensure that your needs are met.

Also recommended

It’s MY Review! Child-centred practice within the review process.

Dealing with Difficult Behaviour.

Introduction to Advocacy and Children’s Rights.

Click below to download the course leaflet.