Empowering the Professionals Who Empower Families

At Champions for Children, we are proud to offer a range of trainings for social workers and other family-serving professionals who are committed to building safer, healthier, and more resilient communities. 

Our trainings provide evidence-based strategies, hands-on learning, and opportunities for professional growth. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned practitioner, these sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, expand your skills, and support your mission to help children and families thrive.  

UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS  

Nurturing Parenting® Facilitator Training 

February 25th–27th | 8:30 AM to 4:30 | $450 

  • Learn evidence-based strategies to strengthen parent-child relationships. 
  • Build skills to promote empathy, positive discipline, and healthy family dynamics. 
  • Ideal for professionals working with children and families. 

Mental Health First Aid Training 

March 10th | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM | FREE 

  • Learn how to recognize signs of mental health and substance use challenges. 
  • Gain practical tools to respond, support, and connect individuals to resources. 
  • Help reduce stigma and strengthen community support for families. 

Register by emailing jtaylor@cfctb.org.

Protective Factors Training 

April 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th | 12 PM – 4 PM | FREE 

  • Understand the five protective factors and how they strengthen families. 
  • Learn practical strategies to build resilience during challenging times. 
  • Discover how to support parents in reducing the risk of child maltreatment. 
  • Gain tools to help families increase stability and positive relationships. 
  • Leave with actionable steps to apply protective factors in your daily work. 

Register by emailing kkilpatrick@cfctb.org.