If you’re an aspiring foster parent or current foster parent with The Buckeye Ranch, you can select your category below accordingly and register for any upcoming trainings below! We look forward to learning with you soon!
Participants will learn about various aspects of culture and how important it is to have a good understanding of culture when working as a foster parent.
Join us for a town hall meeting with Foster Care Director Jessica Thompson. This session will provide an opportunity for foster caregivers to discuss recent program changes and share feedback on the foster care conference held on March 14th and 15th. Your insights and experiences are invaluable as we strive to improve our foster care services. We look forward to your participation and input.
Parents will be introduced to an overview of brain development and the impact of trauma on the developing child’s brain.
**Check your ITNA and Training Log to see if you need to take this training. **
Participants will learn definitions and discuss aspects of the LGBTQ culture. They will also learn how to advocate for children in their homes.
**Check your ITNA and Training Log to see if you need to take this training. **
If you attended the introduction to Youth and Self Esteem at our Conference or if you would like more information on how to help foster your child’s self-esteem this workshop is for you. We will explore how self-esteem develops in children and teens, how it presents at different ages, and its impact on behavior and well-being. Foster parents will gain practical strategies to recognize signs of low and healthy self-esteem and learn ways to support a child’s confidence and resilience at every stage of development.
Shannon Waitas
swaitas@buckeyeranch.org
(614) 852-8927
Join us for an engaging and insightful workshop designed to empower adults in addressing sensitive questions about sex from youth. Beyond the Birds and the Bees is an excellent supplemental training for caregivers, and parents who wish to enhance their confidence in navigating these important conversations. This workshop will help you become an “askable adult,” equipped to talk openly with young people about sex using accurate information and reliable resources. Whether you’re a seasoned caregiver or new to these discussions, you’ll gain valuable skills to support and educate youth effectively.
In this training, we will take a closer look at being an askable adult and answering sensitive questions about sex from youth. Beyond the Birds and the Bees is an excellent supplemental training for PREP Instructors as well as for any professionals, caregivers, and parents who would like to increase their confidence in navigating sensitive conversations with young people.
Workshop Goal: Increase ability for adults to talk with young people about sex, using accurate information and resources.
In this foundational workshop, parents will gain a comprehensive understanding of brain development, and the profound impact trauma can have on a child’s developing brain. Based on Bruce Perry’s curriculum, this course will equip caregivers with essential knowledge and practical strategies to support and nurture children who have experienced trauma. Participants will learn how to create a trauma-informed environment that fosters healing and resilience.
**Seating is limited! Check your ITNA and Training Log to see if you need to take this training. **
This essential workshop is designed to equip foster caregivers with the knowledge and tools needed to understand gang culture and its impact on youth. Participants will learn about the signs of gang involvement, the reasons why youth may be drawn to gangs, and effective strategies for prevention and intervention. By the end of this training, caregivers will be better prepared to support at-risk youth and create a safe, nurturing environment that discourages gang involvement.
Details to come.
In this informative workshop, foster caregivers will learn effective strategies to help children develop healthy eating habits. Participants will explore practical tips and techniques to encourage balanced nutrition, making mealtimes a positive and enjoyable experience for children. By the end of this training, caregivers will be equipped with knowledge and tools to support children’s health and well-being through nutritious eating habits.
Join us for an insightful and transformative training session based on the acclaimed book No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This training is designed specifically for foster caregivers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Week 1: Understanding Discipline Through a Trauma-Informed Lens. Read: Introduction & Chapter 1 (ReTHINKING Discipline) before the training session.
In this foundational workshop, parents will gain a comprehensive understanding of brain development, and the profound impact trauma can have on a child’s developing brain. Based on Bruce Perry’s curriculum, this course will equip caregivers with essential knowledge and practical strategies to support and nurture children who have experienced trauma. Participants will learn how to
**Check your ITNA and Training Log to see if you need to take this training. **
Join us for an insightful and transformative training session based on the acclaimed book No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This training is designed specifically for foster caregivers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Week 2: The Science Behind Behavior – Understanding the Child’s Brain. Read: Chapter 2 (Your Brain on Discipline) before the training session.
Join us for an insightful and transformative training session based on the acclaimed book No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This training is designed specifically for foster caregivers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Week 3: Connection Before Correction – The Power of Relationships. Read: Chapter 3 (Connection is the Key) before the training session.
Join us for an insightful and transformative training session based on the acclaimed book No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This training is designed specifically for foster caregivers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Week 4: Discipline in Action – Teaching Instead of Punishing. Read: Chapter 4 (No-Drama Discipline in Action) before the training session.
Mental health is a critical aspect of a child’s overall well-being, and caregivers play a vital role in addressing and supporting the mental health needs of youth. This training session is designed to equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to the treatment and healing of children who have experienced trauma.
This engaging workshop introduces caregivers to the concept of normalcy and provides a comprehensive understanding of the Reasonable & Prudent Parent Standard (RPPS). Participants will learn how to apply RPPS to create a supportive and nurturing environment for youth, ensuring their well-being and development.
**Check your ITNA and Training Log to see if you need to take this training. **
Join us for an insightful and transformative training session based on the acclaimed book No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. This training is designed specifically for foster caregivers who are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Week 5: Cultural Considerations in Discipline. Read: Chapter 5 (1-2-3 Discipline) before the training session.
This training session is designed to equip caregivers with the skills and knowledge necessary to support children whose parents are experiencing severe mental illness. Participants will learn how to help these children understand mental illness within their primary families in an age-appropriate and compassionate manner.
This course emphasizes the importance of preserving a child’s connections to their primary family and significant adults and peers. Participants will learn about the C.A.R.E. Guide, Ohio’s recommended best practice for co-parenting, and explore strategies to support these crucial relationships. The course also highlights the need for collaboration with the primary family for the child’s well-being and examines child protection through the lens of empathy and the primary family’s perspective.
This course provides an overview of the child protection system and the home study process, highlighting the distinctions between Foster Care, Adoption, and Kinship care. Participants will learn how children enter the system and are matched with families, as well as the legal factors influencing these decisions. The course also emphasizes the importance of making informed placement choices and creating a safe, welcoming environment for the child
This course outlines the caregiver’s role on the child protection team, covering responsibilities such as advocacy, mandated reporting, supporting the Family Case Plan, partnering with families, and meeting the child’s needs. It also addresses medication management, the five “rights” of medication administration, and relevant medication-related rules.
This course covers finding and applying child development information, emphasizing positive childhood experiences, and nurturing relationships. It introduces the concept of normalcy and the reasonable and prudent parent standard. The course also explores adolescence, including brain development, identity, life skills, and how to support adolescents during this stage.
This course defines trauma and explores its impact on brain development, attachment, and the child protection team. It also examines how caregivers’ own trauma histories may influence their care and emphasizes the skills needed to support children affected by trauma.
This course promotes diversity competence and cultural humility, addressing disproportionality and disparity. Participants will examine their implicit biases and learn strategies for fostering an inclusive, equitable environment. It also covers caregiving challenges, including stress management, burnout prevention, and addressing secondary trauma.
This course teaches effective discipline strategies for children in care, focusing on behavior re-framing, relationship-building, and emotional management. It also covers permanency options, including reunification and adoption, adoption support, and preparing children for permanency.
This course emphasizes the importance of preserving a child’s connections to their primary family and significant adults and peers. Participants will learn about the C.A.R.E. Guide, Ohio’s recommended best practice for co-parenting, and explore strategies to support these crucial relationships. The course also highlights the need for collaboration with the primary family for the child’s well-being and examines child protection through the lens of empathy and the primary family’s perspective.
This course provides an overview of the child protection system and the home study process, highlighting the distinctions between Foster Care, Adoption, and Kinship care. Participants will learn how children enter the system and are matched with families, as well as the legal factors influencing these decisions. The course also emphasizes the importance of making informed placement choices and creating a safe, welcoming environment for the child.
This course outlines the caregiver’s role on the child protection team, covering responsibilities such as advocacy, mandated reporting, supporting the Family Case Plan, partnering with families, and meeting the child’s needs. It also addresses medication management, the five “rights” of medication administration, and relevant medication-related rules.
This course covers finding and applying child development information, emphasizing positive childhood experiences, and nurturing relationships. It introduces the concept of normalcy and the reasonable and prudent parent standard. The course also explores adolescence, including brain development, identity, life skills, and how to support adolescents during this stage.
This course defines trauma and explores its impact on brain development, attachment, and the child protection team. It also examines how caregivers’ own trauma histories may influence their care and emphasizes the skills needed to support children affected by trauma.
This course promotes diversity competence and cultural humility, addressing disproportionality and disparity. Participants will examine their implicit biases and learn strategies for fostering an inclusive, equitable environment. It also covers caregiving challenges, including stress management, burnout prevention, and addressing secondary trauma.
This course teaches effective discipline strategies for children in care, focusing on behavior re-framing, relationship-building, and emotional management. It also covers permanency options, including reunification and adoption, adoption support, and preparing children for permanency.
This course emphasizes the importance of preserving a child’s connections to their primary family and significant adults and peers. Participants will learn about the C.A.R.E. Guide, Ohio’s recommended best practice for co-parenting, and explore strategies to support these crucial relationships. The course also highlights the need for collaboration with the primary family for the child’s well-being and examines child protection through the lens of empathy and the primary family’s perspective.
If you’re a current foster parent or looking to become a foster parent, please contact us today!