Training Events
Barnardos suite of training for professionals, based on best practice principles when working with children and families, is open to participants from a wide range of organisations across the community, voluntary, statutory, public and private sectors. We also offer courses through our Post-Adoption Service, such as courses for adopted adults and adoptive families. See the list below for our current courses.
18
Sep
Making the Most of Supervision Training for Supervisors three day training - (Medical Social Workers)
Programme Information Takes place on the 18th and 25th of September 2025, with day 3 on the 20th of October 2025 The aim of this [...]
14
Oct
Supporting Professional Practice through One-to-One Supervision in ELC
The aim of this workshop is to give guidance on the development and implementation of a supervision structure in an Early Learning and Care setting.
This workshop is suitable for those working in Early Childhood Care and Education who are currently supervising early years educators/students.
This training will be helpful for early learning and care providers, putting in place processes to meet regulatory requirements on staff supervision
20
Oct
Online Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce a support group for birth mothers. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe space [...]
21
Oct
Free Online Webinar on the Irish Government Action Plan for survivors of Ireland’s institutions
Ireland’s institutions had a profound, lifelong effect on those who lived in them. The Irish government has enacted an Action Plan that attempts to address [...]
21
Oct
Understanding Young Children's Behaviour in Early Learning and Care
The aim of this workshop is to support Early Year's Educators in understanding the factors that influence children’s behaviour and to see behaviour as communication. This workshop is suitable for Early Learning and Care and School-Aged Childcare educators interested in learning more about supporting children’s social and emotional wellbeing.
22
Oct
Children First, Child Protection Training
The aim of this webinar is to equip those who work with children with the skills and knowledge that are necessary to deal with child protection issues in line with the Children First National Guidance for Protection and Welfare of Children (2017).
22
Oct
Promoting wellbeing and mental health in the early years… because childhood lasts a lifetime
oin us for a webinar on Aistear’s (2024) Theme of Wellbeing, exploring how early experiences and relationships shape brain development, learning and mental health.
Discover how wellbeing is central to quality early childhood practice and how educators can foster safe, responsive environments through slow relational pedagogy. Drawing on resources from the Aistear Síolta Practice Guide, the webinar will explore practical strategies to support co- and self-regulation, attachment, emotional growth and positive learning dispositions through routines, play and interactions.
23
Oct
Designated Liaison Person Training
The aim of this webinar is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills that are necessary to carry out the role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) effectively and with competence. This training is suitable for newly appointed and established DLPs who have completed one day Children First Child Protection Training in the past 3 years. A strong working knowledge of Children First 2017 is required.
23
Oct
Making the Most of Supervision (3 day course for Supervisors)
The aim of this course is to generate a positive relationship between supervisor and supervisee focusing on quality practice and, through this, to inspire and motivate staff in their work.
03
Nov
Dealing with Difficult Calls in Early Learning and Care
This training seeks to provide participants with a space to explore a range of caller presentations; the factors that shape an individual’s reaction to stress and effective strategies to use when taking difficult calls.