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This course is open to foster carers
This course explores the concepts of blocked trust and blocked care and how these may pose barriers to building relationships with the children you care for. The Dan Hughes model of PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) will be introduced as a method to build positive relationships with children. Tutors: Ruth has over 14 years of experience as an Educational Psychologist, working with children and young people with a range of needs. Ruth says, "I have worked for various authorities and joined the South Gloucestershire Educational Psychology Service at the start of this academic year. I have supported our children and young people in care through the Virtual School for the past four years." Luke Dunning has been an Educational Psychologist for five years, supporting children and young people with special educational needs and those with difficult early life experiences. Luke says, "I currently work for South Gloucestershire Educational Psychology Service. Much of my experience in this area comes from being in foster care myself and the challenging early life experiences that led to this." Join us to enhance your understanding and skills in building positive relationships with children through the principles of PACE.
As a result of this course, you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:
This course is fully funded. When you sign up you'll be able to book your place for free.
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