The issues surrounding adoption, foster care, and relative care are complex and lifelong for families. Parents and the professionals who support these children need specialized education and resources. The Education Institute’s products and training give parents and professionals the tools for success.

We offer the following educational products and training to strengthen families:

• Classes - We host three different types of classes:
  • Professional classes including ACT (Adoption Clinical Training)
  • Parent/caregiver classes in English and Spanish
  • Online classes
• DVDs and VHS videos – Produced for child welfare professionals and all adoption, foster care and relative care family members.
• Custom training, workshops and conferences - Varied topics for parents/caregivers and child welfare professionals. Our expert faculty will develop and deliver specialized curriculum for you on a wide range of adoption, foster care, relative care, wraparound, and mental health topics.
• Educational counseling – Individualized one-on-one coaching for parents and caregivers needing additional support.