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.
23
Oct
Making the Most of Supervision (3 day course for Supervisors)
October 23, 2025 - November 21, 2025
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.
04
Nov
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.
05
Nov
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).
05
Nov
‘9 – 19’ Bumps in the Journey Through the School Years Webinar
Barnardos Post Adoption Service are hosting a new webinar this November titled 9 – 19 Bumps in the Journey through the School Years. The journey [...]
10
Nov
Understanding The Impact of Trauma on Child Development
The aim of this 1 day training is to introduce participants to the concepts of Child Development and Childhood Trauma. Participants will explore how trauma impacts a child’s developing brain and their overall development. It will offer an introduction to how individuals respond to trauma.
11
Nov
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).
11
Nov
Dublin - Birth Mothers Support Group
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce an in-person support group for birth mothers. The purpose of the once off group is to provide [...]
11
Nov
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.
12
Nov
Trauma Awareness in Early Learning and Care
November 12, 2025
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
€95.00
This training will give participants the knowledge and information to help guide and support them in their role caring for children who have experienced early adversity and trauma. The aim of the training is to build expertise and confidence among the Early Years professionals supporting children in Early Learning and Care settings who have experiences of trauma. The training will include both the main Theoretical concepts of trauma awareness and examples of the practical application of these concepts in an ELC setting.
12
Nov
Galway - Parent Self Care Morning
The Galway Post Adoption Team would like to invite adoptive parents to a morning of self care! Using some of the principles from the Staying [...]