Improving Outcomes for TransitioninFoster Youth (HEP 6788)
Term: 2007-2008 Annual Term CE
Faculty
There is not currently a faculty member for this course
Schedule
Thu, 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM (4/3/2008 - 4/3/2008) Location: *
Description
This training focuses on the issues surrounding foster youth that age-out of the foster care system into the adult world with an emphasis on obtaining community support during the process. Primary topics include: Infusing Positive Youth Development into Case Planning; Culturally Sensitive Practices with Older Youth; Developing Permanent Connections; and Resources for Transitioning Youth. Also emphasized in Youth Centered Team Meeting. Cosponsor: National Resource Center for Family Centered Practices, U o I. Trainers: Lisa D'Aunno and Sue Tew. Meets requirements for 0.6 CEU's for social work. Objectives:The participant will:
1. Learn how to become involved and support youth in an ongoing process to develop skills, local resources, knowledge and attributes that youth define as necessary for survival and success.2.Support youth in establishing relationships and maintaining permanent connections within the community.3.Become aware of the unique cultural self-identity of youth an