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.
12
Mar
Making the Most of Supervision (3 day course for Supervisors)
March 12, 2026 - April 24, 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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.
21
Apr
Adoptive Parent Self Care Evening, Galway- April
The Galway Post Adoption Service team would like to invite adoptive parents to an evening of self-care and reflection. Using some of the principles from [...]
27
Apr
Once Off Online Birth Mothers Support Group - April
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce an online support group for mothers who had their child relinquished at birth to adoption or boarding [...]
05
May
Building Trauma Awareness in Early Learning and Care
This webinar is suitable for those working in Early Childhood Care and Education who are interested in learning about adverse childhood experiences and what we can do to foster children’s resilience.
06
May
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).
06
May
Adopted Teen Social Group (ages 17-19)- Dublin - April
Barnardos Post Adoption Service are delighted to invite your teens to an evening support group specifically designed for adopted teenagers, aged 17-19. The group will [...]
09
May
Intercountry Adopted Young Adult Support Group - Dublin
Barnardos Post Adoption Service are delighted to arrange a support group specifically for Intercountry adopted adults. The group will take in our Christchurch office in [...]
11
May
Dublin – One Off Support group for Individuals Subject to an Illegal Birth Registration
Barnardos plan to host a confidential, support group for individuals subject to an illegal birth registration. For further enquires or to register please contact the [...]
11
May
Galway - Teen Social Group-May
Barnardos PAS team are running their next Teen Social Group on Monday, May 11th, from 6pm until 7.45pm in The Sanctuary, Chois Chlár, Claregalway. This [...]
13
May
Danu Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group - Sligo -May
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 [...]