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.
15
Sep
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.
16
Sep
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.
17
Sep
Online - Parent support group for One parent families.
This is a group for one parent families of adopted children and teenagers. The purpose of this group is to provide an opportunity for parents [...]
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 [...]
18
Sep
Online, Support Group for Individuals subject of an Illegal Birth Registration
Barnardos plan to host a confidential, online support group for individuals who have been subject of an illegal birth registration. The purpose of the group [...]
22
Sep
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
Sep
Sharing Developmental Concerns with Parents
This webinar is suitable for those working in Early Learning and Care and School Age Childcare in supporting their role in communicating developmental concerns with parents
about their child.
24
Sep
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).
24
Sep
Dublin In Person Parent’s Support Session
Barnardos Post-Adoption Team Dublin invites adoptive parents to our next in-person support session. This session will be an opportunity for parents to meet other adoptive [...]
30
Sep
Cork - SAI - Staying grounded Self-regulating programme for Adoptive Parents
Are you finding that everyday experiences with your child can be challenging or overwhelming? Does your child find transitions, a change of routine, new textures [...]