Many of our Caregiver Trainings are appropriate for all caregivers, including parents in traditional home settings, foster/adoptive parents, daycare providers, and alternative care and respite providers. Classes are designed to help build competencies to meet the needs of children. Many of our trainings are intended to help caregivers learn about child development, child specific trauma needs, and to help caregivers access resources and supports to help families thrive and remain whole.

If you need more information or have questions about Caregiver Training, please contact us.

Upcoming Caregiver Training – Tuesdays

If you’d like to see more Tuesday trainings offered, contact us at training@focusonyouth.com!

American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED

This workshop will allow for participants to become certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid. The certification is provided by American Red Cross. Meets Required Topic: CPR & First Aid

ODJFS Rules, Focus On Youth Policies, and MEPA Standards WEBINAR

09/29/2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This workshop will present information on the current ODJFS rules, the overview of the MEPA rules and applications, and Focus on Youth, Inc. Foster Parent Policies and MEPA Standards as it impacts policy.

American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED

This workshop will allow for participants to become certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid. The certification is provided by American Red Cross. Meets Required Topic: CPR & First Aid

NAMI: Friends and Family

10/19/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Understanding diagnosis, treatment and recovery; effective Communication strategies; The importance of Self-care; Crisis preparation strategies; NAMI and community resources.

QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.

Beyond ACE's: How Positive Childhood Experiences Help Heal Trauma

11/03/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
In this training, participants will explore Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), and the science of resilience.

American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED

This workshop will allow for participants to become certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid. The certification is provided by American Red Cross. Meets Required Topic: CPR & First Aid

Understanding the Impact of Birth Order

05/11/2027    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
This presentation will examine the significance of birth order and encourage participants to consider how it relates to foster and adoptive families.

QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.