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 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.
17 Nov

Online, Once-off Support Group for Adopted Adults – November

November 17, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service will be holding a support group for Adopted Adults online. The purpose of the course is to provide a space for [...]
17 Nov

Dublin - In Person Support Group for Individuals impacted by Illegal Birth Registration,

November 17, 2025    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service are hosting a confidential, in person support group for individuals who have been impacted by illegal birth registration. The purpose of [...]
18 Nov

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

November 18, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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.
26 Nov

Sligo - Danu Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group

November 26, 2025    
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
€0.00
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 [...]
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