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.

04 Mar

Children First, Child Protection Training

March 4, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
€95.00
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 Mar

Trauma Awareness in Early Learning and Care

March 6, 2026    
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
€50.00
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.
09 Mar

Cork - Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group March, 2026

March 9, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce a support group for mothers who had their child relinquished at birth to adoption or boarding out. [...]
10 Mar

Supervision in Early Learning and Care

March 10, 2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
€0.00
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
11 Mar

Dublin - Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group Dublin March 2026

March 11, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce a support group for mothers who had their child relinquished at birth to adoption or boarding out. [...]
12 Mar

Making the Most of Supervision (3 day course for Supervisors)

March 12, 2026 - April 24, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
€470.00
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.
19 Mar

Introduction to Reflective Practice in Early Years and School-aged Childcare

March 19, 2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
€0.00
The aim of this webinar is to assist participants to begin or continue to reflect on their own practice as they engage with clients and colleagues. Participants will have the opportunity to look at some examples of reflective tools and exercises where they can identify some of the characteristics of different types of reflection. This event is suitable to professionals working with children and families in a range of education, social care, youth and community settings.
23 Mar

Online Support Group for Adopted Adults March 2026

March 23, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service will be holding a confidential, online support group for Adopted Adults. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe [...]
24 Mar

Galway - Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group March 2026

March 24, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce a support group for mothers who had their child relinquished at birth to adoption or boarding out. [...]
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