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.
09
Feb
Cork -Support Group for Adopted Adults
Barnardos Birth History Service will be holding a confidential support group for Adopted Adults. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe space [...]
10
Feb
Galway - Support Group for Adopted Adults February, 2026
Barnardos Birth History Service will be holding a confidential support group for Adopted Adults. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe space [...]
10
Feb
Implementing a Key Person Approach in Early Learning and Care
This workshop is suitable for Early Years Educators working with infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers interested in learning more about the Key Person approach.
The aim of the workshop is to advance the educators knowledge and understanding of the key person approach and to consider its practical implementation
The workshop will highlight the benefits of integrating this approach so that children can thrive in your service and benefit from this support structure.
13
Feb
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).
16
Feb
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
Feb
Dublin - Exploring Adoption Course for Adopted Adults
Barnardos Birth History Service will be running a four-week Exploring Adoption Course for Adopted Adults in Christchurch, Dublin 8. The purpose of the course is [...]
18
Feb
Sligo, Danú Birth Mothers Support Group - February 2025
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to offer a support group for birth mothers in Sligo. The purpose of the group is to provide a [...]
23
Feb
Online - Support Group for Individuals who are subjects of Illegal Birth Registration
Barnardos will host a confidential, online support group for individuals who are subjects of illegal birth registration. The purpose of the group is to provide [...]
24
Feb
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.
03
Mar
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.