Just as it is important for Caregivers to be equipped to meet the needs of children in foster care, it is equally important for professionals to develop skills. Focus on Youth is committed to collaborating and serving our community by providing education that helps professionals learn research and evidence based practice. Our trainings are designed to help enhance skills, provide trauma responsive care to clients, and build competencies.
Focus on Youth, Inc. is a handicapped-accessible facility approved for CEU’s for Social Workers and Counselors by the CSWMFT Board of Ohio. Most of our trainings are appropriate for:
- Parents
- Caregivers
- Educators
- Social Workers
- Counselors
- Therapists
- Advocates
If you need more information or have questions about Professional Development Training, please contact us.
Upcoming Professional Development Trainings
Fall Virtual Conference: Hope for the Journey
Join us for Hope for the Journey, our fall virtual conference dedicated to deepening your understanding of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). This day of learning features 4 engaging teaching sessions, led by experienced educators, practitioners, and professionals in the field.
Inclusion Starts Here: Understanding Disabilities and Neurodiversity
An overview of various disabilities, including autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, ADHD, Down syndrome, sensory processing differences, and communication challenges.
Safe Crisis Management Training
This training for Focus on Youth staff will review SCM, which is a comprehensive, best practice curriculum that covers all aspects of behavior management & support.
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
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
Anxiety- What it is and What to do with It?
Anxiety -what is it and what to do with it- for caregivers to help them understand how to navigate it with their kiddos.
Safe Crisis Management Training
This training for Focus on Youth staff will review SCM, which is a comprehensive, best practice curriculum that covers all aspects of behavior management & support.
Helping Children Cope with Grief and Loss Around the Holidays
The Holiday season can be especially challenging for children dealing with grief and loss AND caregivers working to support these children
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
Empower & Advocate: Talking Sexual Health with Youth
Participants will explore the basics of sexual health, including common sexually transmitted infections (STIs), prevention methods, and access to care for children and teens in the child welfare system.
Understanding the Culture of Poverty
This training will help the audience gain a better understanding of poverty and how it impacts children and family
Understanding IEP's, 504 Plans, and Educational Advocacy
Participants learn the fundamentals of special education law, parent rights, accommodations, supports, and how to effectively advocate for children within school systems.
Connect Conference 2027
We are thrilled to announce this year's Connect Conference hosted by Focus on Youth! Join us on March 5 & 6, 2026, for a transformative [...]
Supporting Kids with ADHD
In this training, participants will learn how to best support kids with ADHD.
Understanding the Impact of Birth Order
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.
