Foster Care Courses and Certifications

WVCTSI Project ECHO

Wellbeing of Children in Foster Care

Discover evidence-based strategies to support the emotional, physical, and developmental wellbeing of children navigating the foster care system.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Revolutionizing Foster Care Through Storytelling and Social Ventures

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Empowering foster youth through storytelling and filmmaking: A journey from corporate career to founding a nonprofit that helps young people reclaim their narratives and find their voice.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Harnessing Technology to Transform Foster Care

Innovative use of data and technology to address foster care challenges, mobilizing communities and empowering leaders for positive change in child welfare systems.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

From Orphan to CEO - Transforming Foster Care Through Mentorship and Entrepreneurship

Inspiring journey of a former foster child transforming the foster care system through mentorship and entrepreneurship, offering hope and opportunities for youth aging out of the system.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

A Child of the State

Poet Lemn Sissay shares his personal journey as a foster child, exploring societal perceptions and the importance of embracing one's past in shaping identity and fostering resilience.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED-Ed

A Child of the State

Poet Lemn Sissay shares his personal journey as a foster child, exploring societal perceptions and the impact of literature on orphaned children's narratives.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Creating a Network of Foster Families in Mexico

Inspirational talk on creating foster family networks in Mexico to provide safer, caring environments for orphaned children, highlighting the benefits and positive impact on child development.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Fostering Love

Inspiring talk on fostering children, addressing infertility, and improving the foster care system. Shares personal experiences and insights to encourage compassion and support for vulnerable youth.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Society for Research in Child Development

CFP Consortium Webinar - Serving Parenting and Pregnant Foster Youth

Desarrollo e implementación de un programa piloto de visitas domiciliarias para jóvenes embarazadas y padres en cuidado de crianza, incluyendo hallazgos cualitativos y cuantitativos de su evaluación y sus implicaciones.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

From Child Welfare to Family Well-Being

Explore the shift from traditional child welfare to a holistic family well-being approach, examining innovative strategies and policies for supporting families and communities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

WVCTSI Project ECHO

Building Attachment in Kinship Care

Explore strategies for fostering strong emotional bonds in kinship care settings, enhancing caregiver-child relationships and promoting healthy attachment.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

WVCTSI Project ECHO

Common Issues with Reunification

Explore challenges and strategies in family reunification processes, focusing on child protective services, family law, and substance use disorder treatment.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Harvard CMSA

Measuring Discrimination in Multi-Phase Systems with an Application to Child Protection

Delve into groundbreaking research on racial disparities in foster care systems, exploring how discrimination compounds across multiple decision-makers and affects child protection outcomes.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Private Schools for Public Good - New Vision for Boarding Schools

Exploring how boarding schools can serve as alternatives to foster care, offering tailored support and innovative teaching methods to transform the lives of vulnerable children and create brighter futures.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Unlocking Potential - Paving the Future for Foster Youth

Inspiring journey of a former foster child turned CEO, sharing insights on empowering foster youth and making a lasting impact through compassion, mentorship, and community support.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video