This course, approved by the Prevention Credentialing Consortium of Georgia as a Core Course, will provide a basic foundation of prevention knowledge that can be further expanded through ongoing prevention training and development. By the end of this workshop, participants will: Identify protective factors currently being used or those that will be implemented; Identify one […]
This course, approved by the Prevention Credentialing Consortium of Georgia as a Core Course, is designed to provide a basic introduction to the Principles of the Code of Ethical Conduct for Prevention, Early Intervention and Health Promotion Professionals and Volunteers. It will also provide an overview of the ethical dilemmas that Prevention Professionals encounter in […]
Prevention professionals need to be experts in a variety of communication skills, including interpersonal communication, facilitation, public speaking and good listening skills as well as public awareness campaigns and marketing basics. This course, approved by the Prevention Credentialing Consortium of Georgia as a Core Course, will give participants the skills needed to excel in these […]
This course, approved by the Prevention Credentialing Consortium of Georgia as a Core Course, will give Prevention Professionals a refresher in cultural awareness and appropriateness in the prevention field. At a young age most people learn how to recognize differences more quickly than similarities and how to dislike others who are not like us. In […]
Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children is an adult-focused training that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Child sexual abuse is likely the most prevalent health problem children face, with the most serious array of consequences. In fact, 1 in 10 children will experience sexual abuse before their 18th […]
This two-hour interactive webinar provides participants with an overview of how to conduct a needs assessment. Needs assessments can help organizations determine the right next steps so that programs and services are responsive to the needs of the people and communities being served. After this session participants will understand how to locate existing needs assessment […]
Feedback. We’ve all given it; we’ve all received it…and we know that how we do it makes a difference in how it is received. In this small-group based and highly interactive virtual session, participants will learn the "SBI" method of providing feedback. The “SBI” method will teach participants “Situation – Behavior – Impact” as the […]
The connections we have to others are more important than we ever believed. Science tells us that relationships have the power to shape our brains and help us learn, work, and parent better. When we experience tough times, relationships help us heal. With each connection, we develop a healthier stronger community. Connections Matter is a […]
The Georgia Afterschool & Youth Development Standards is a collaborative project funded and endorsed by several state agencies and offered to all youth development programs across the state as an opportunity to increase program quality. The Standards are grounded in research and best practices and include an easy-to-use self-assessment tool. This workshop will give participants […]
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. The QPR Online Gatekeeper Training is taught in a clear, concise format using the latest in educational technology and practices. The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. We typically offer QPR once […]
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. The QPR Gatekeeper Training is taught in a clear, concise format using the latest in educational technology and practices. The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. We offer QPR several times a […]
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed […]