bc council for families 2011/12 training guide

BC CounCil for families • BC’s non-profit centre for family support training and resources

2011 & 2012

Family Service Trainings

2 BC CounCil for families 2011 & 2012 family service Trainings

BC CounCil for families

Championing family diversiTy. CeleBraTing family sTrengThs. We ❤ families!

since 1977 the BC Council for families has been delivering high-quality training, research, resources

and professional development to family serving practitioners all across BC. We have a commitment

to supporting the dedicated people who work with families in our communities, and to building a

strong family-serving workforce.

understanding the needs of workers, and of the families they serve, is key to our mission to provide

leadership through education, training, research and advocacy for the healthy development of families.

With our help, you’re creating healthy families in a healthy society, every day.

We know that ensuring that your knowledge and skills are current and up-to-date is key not only to

your ongoing job success, but also essential to guaranteeing that all families in BC are supported to

achieve their fullest potential. our trainings and professional development events will enhance your

skills and strengthen your ability to meet the challenges you face in your worklife. We look forward to

working with you to support and strengthen families in BC.

A non-profit, charitable organization, the BC Council for Families relies on the generosity of the

community in order to continue to deliver high-quality, affordably-priced training and professional

development each year.

Thanks To our sponsors and funders:

Telus Community fund

2011 & 2012 family service Trainings BC CounCil for families 3

Contents

4 the fine Print – How to register

5 training at a Glance

2011 & 2012 Training programs

7 nobody’s Perfect facilitator training

8 my tween and me leader training

9 integrated strategies for Home Visiting

professional developmenT evenTs

10 family services Conference: Healthy families, Brighter futures

12 2012 nobody’s Perfect regional meetings

CusTomized Training

15 Home Visitor advanced training

16 Parent-Child mother Goose®

17 Changing fathers, evolving Practices

18 speakers Bureau

19 support us


tHe fine Print

QuiCk Tips for hassle-free regisTraTion

registration for all BC Council for families’ training workshops and professional development events

opens July 11, 2011. Check the website or contact a program coordinator for details on specific

trainings, including admission guidelines and pre-requisites.

regisTraTion poliCies

some training programs or professional

development events may have specific pre-

requisites. Please visit our website or contact a

program coordinator for more information.

WiThdraWals/CanCellaTions

Cancellations received in writing up to 2 weeks

prior to a training or event are 80% refundable.

Cancellations received less than 2 weeks before

the event date are non-refundable. Please note that

registrations may not be transferred or deferred.

fees

all training fees must be paid in full at the time

of registration. Visa, mastercard and Paypal

account transfer are accepted.

aTTendanCe

In order to qualify for certification, participants

must be in attendance throughout the training.

Participants unable to complete a workshop or

training due to illness will require a physician’s

note; a pro-rated credit for a future training may be

issued at the discretion of the program coordinator.

healTh/moBiliTy ConCerns

Participants are requested to inform BC Council

for families’ program staff at the time of registration

of any physical restrictions or health concerns.

dieTary resTriCTions:

if you have a food allergy, please contact a

BC Council for families training coordinator in

advance of the training. While the BC Council for

families attempts to accommodate all dietary

requirements, participants with severe allergies

or special dietary restrictions are encouraged to

consider bringing their own supplies.

language

all instruction is in english. registrants who are

not confident in verbal or written English should

speak directly to a program coordinator before

registering, to ensure that the training will be

appropriate for their needs.

hoW To regisTer

1 Create an online account.

Before registering, go to www.bccf.ca and

click on the “sign up” tab in the upper right

corner. enter your contact details and create a

user name and password. if you already have

an online account, ensure all account details

are up to date.

2 Choose your training.

Consult the training guide to find the program

that’s right for you. Take note of the training

dates. our training programs are offered only

a few times per year, so register early to ensure

space is available.

3 register.

online registration is the quickest way to register

and will provide immediate confirmation of

space availability. if you have questions about

the registration process, contact the Council

offices by phone or email. A staff member can

assist you in completing the registration process.

4 Choose your preferred payment option

We accept payment by Visa, mastercard, and

Paypal account. Due to administrative concerns,

we can not accept payment by cheque or

process purchase orders. full payment must be

made at the time of registration.

5 Join us for learning, connections – and fun!

our training sessions are intensive and packed

with information and skills building. But they’re

also a great opportunity for sharing, laughter,

and building friendships. We look forward to

meeting you at a training soon!

www.bccf.ca


traininG at a GlanCe

sepTemBer

nobody’s perfect parenting program

september 20–23, 2011

Vancouver (details p. 7)

my Tween and me parenting program

september 29–30, 2011


oCToBer

integrated strategies for home visiting

october 3–7, 2011


family services Conference

healthy families, Brighter futures

october 21, 2011

Vancouver (details p. 10-11)

novemBer

deCemBer January

nobody’s perfect parenting program

January 31–february 3, 2012


feBruary

integrated strategies for home visiting

february 20–24, 2012


marCh

2012 nobody’s perfect regional meetings

march 23, 2012

Vancouver (details p. 12-13)


march 30, 2012

Penticton (details p. 12-13)

april


april 26, 2012

nelson (details p. 12-13)

key daTes and informaTions

registration for 2011/12 trainings opens July 11, 2011. Check the website for up-to-date information.

healThy families, BrighTer fuTures ConferenCe

full conference package available september 6, 2011. registration opens september 6, 2011.

keep in TouCh

Check the BC Council for families’ website for more information: www.bccf.ca


the participant-driven parenting education programs of the BC Council for families allow families to develop and build on their strengths. all of our programs consider parenting in its cultural and social context and are adaptable to the needs of diverse communities.

every BC Council for families training session is developed using a rigorous set of criteria to include relevant and informative content, encourage participant interaction, and emphasize practical skills-building. our expert trainers provide professionals with the knowledge and skills to enhance their ability to support families and communities throughout BC.

traininG ProGrams


nobody’s perfect parenting programstrengthening parents, helping families

faCilitator traininG

location sfu segal Centre, vancouver Cost $300includes 4 days of instruction, facilitator’s guide and supplemental

materials, lunch and refreshments each day.

regisTer noW!

The program:

for parents in stressful situations – when there simply isn’t enough money, when they’re new to

the country or the community, when they’re young, or under-educated, or struggling without a

partner or family support – being part of a supportive group of parents who understand and share

their difficulties can make all the difference. The Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program, developed in

Canada for Canadian parents of every cultural community, makes a positive difference in the lives of

parents and children.

The Training:

The intensive four-day training session is designed to prepare facilitators to work with parents of

children aged 0–5 in a group setting, discussing and sharing experiences of parenting. The training

explores the needs and concerns of parents who may be: young (under 25); single parents; low income;

lacking formal education; or isolated socially; geographically or linguistically.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• Gain competence in Nobody’s Perfect program objectives and materials

• Learn the principles of adult education and their application to the Nobody’s Perfect program parents

• Acquire the skills to assess the needs of parent groups

• Learn to plan program sessions

• Develop and practice facilitation skills

Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call us at 604 678 8884.

“Currently i work

with families

one to one at an

‘intervention stage’.

i am excited to

now be able to

offer ‘preventative’

group parenting

information in a

way that empowers,

affirms and connects

parents to each

other and their

communities.

Thanks so much!” – training participant, 2009

https://www.bccf.ca/professionals/events


my Tween and me parenting programunderstanding the dynamics of parent-child relationships

leader traininG

location sfu segal Centre, vancouver Cost $400includes 2 days of instruction, facilitators guide and program marketing

materials, lunch and refreshments each day

regisTer noW!

The program:

Research confirms it – kids who enjoy a close relationship with their parents and family are less likely

to engage in high-risk behaviours. My Tween and Me is a 6-week program for parents of children

7–12 that helps them build strong relationships with their pre-teen children, and gives them the

confidence and skills to guide their children into – and through – the risk-taking teen years.

The Training:

The interactive, 2-day training session prepares program leaders with the tools and know-how

to help parents maintain a strong connection with their children as they move into the teen

years. Packed with information, discussion and activities, the My Tween and Me training session

incorporates current research along with practical communications skills for parents.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• increase their knowledge of tweens’ key developmental milestones

• learn the risk and protective factors that affect children

• strengthen their understanding of issues faced by families in diverse cultural and linguistic communities

• Gain the practical skills to help parents strengthen relationships with tweens

• Build the skills to successfully adapt the My Tween and Me program to the needs of diverse communities

• learn the basics of program marketing and promotion

For more information, or to arrange a My Tween and Me Training in your community,

contact us at [email protected] or call us at 604 678 8884.

traininG ProGrams

“The training

program gives

participants very

clear direction

to what parents

can do to protect

their children from

engaging in high

risk behaviors,

especially in the

teenage years.”

– training participant


mailto:[email protected]


integrated strategies for home visiting supporting professionals to help families succeed

Core traininG

location vancouverCost $450 (for 4-day Home Visitors/Parent Child Practitioners and Supervisors)

$500 (for 5-day Just for Supervisors/Managers)

included 4–5 days instruction, program manual, lunch and refreshments each day

regisTer noW!

for families in situations of risk, where there are concerns about child development, about parenting

skills, or about child safety, the support and intervention of a trained home visitor can be crucial.

Trained home visitors bring a higher level of support to parents, help them to become better parents

and raise happier, more responsible and more secure children.

The Training:

Developed by Great Kids Inc. the Home Visitor Core Training Program enables participants to put

state of the art information and theory into daily practice for parents and children. The program

is strengths-based, recognizing and utilizing family strengths to build onto existing competencies

and effectively address concerns. This 4-day training program, appropriate for both new home

visitors and those wanting to add to their skill set, gives workers the tools and practical strategies

for implementing successful services to families. A fifth day of training is specifically tailored to the

needs of supervisors and program managers.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• enhance skills in engaging families and building trusting relationships

• Develop tools for building on parental competencies

• learn to successfully promote positive parent-child relationships

• Gain an overview of the parent survey process

• learn to support growth in families

• Discuss professional boundaries, limit setting, and self-care tips

For more information, or to arrange Home Visitor Training in your community,


“incredible new

ideas on how to

address difficult

situations”

– training participant, 2010




healthy families, Brighter futuresfamily services Conference

Date october 21, 2011location sfu segal Centre, vancouverCost $169

regisTer afTer sepTemBer 6

healThy families, BrighTer fuTures

Promoting family well-being

family service professionals – including workers in young parent programs, parent educators, family

support workers, and childcare providers from across BC are invited to join together on october 21

for a day of inspiration, learning, and connection. This full-day conference is focused on answering

questions such as: “What are the supports families need to ensure positive outcomes for their

children? How do we build community supports that serve vulnerable families with young children?

What are the approaches to family services that are working around our province?”

Collaborative, interactive, and participatory, the Healthy families, Brighter futures conference offers

a day full of great presentations, breakout sessions, workshops, and discussion groups. on october

21 in Vancouver, join your colleagues from around the province at Healthy families, Brighter futures

to learn the skills and strategies that will help you to strengthen and support families and children in

your community.

Professional deVeloPment eVents



keynoTe speakers:

Clyde hertzman

Dr. Hertzman is Director of the Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP), an inter-university,

interdisciplinary consortium at The university of British Columbia. HelP works closely with

government and communities to understand how different environments contribute to different

developmental outcomes for children across BC and internationally.

John hoffman

John Hoffman is national Magazine Award-winning freelance journalist and Canada’s leading writer

on fatherhood. He is a columnist for Today’s Parent magazine, and communications coordinator for

the father involvement research alliance. John has been involved in fatherhood initiatives at the

local, provincial and national level for the past 15 years. John is the author of the Council’s popular

fatherhood pamphlet series.

ConferenCe oBJeCTives:

• engage family service professionals and stakeholders from many disciplines to learn

together and share.

• Create opportunities to teach and learn about best practices in program development

and delivery.

• share skills, practical applications, wisdom, perspective, experiences.

• explore new models of delivering services to parents and families.

• understand the research and evidence base of programs and services.

• Discuss the policy, administrative and funding issues related to providing services to

parents, children and families.

• stimulate thinking about family services and family life education: What works? What does

the future look like? How can we best get there?

• facilitate networks of mutual support for this important work.

• Provide a chance to meet and learn from others in the family services community.

Visit us online at www.bccf.ca/conference. Full conference agenda and program/workshop

descriptions available September 6, 2011, or call us for further information at 604 678 8884.

http://www.bccf.ca/conference



Date march 23, 2012 9:30 – 3:30location vancouverCost $79 for nobody’s perfect facilitators / $99 othersincludes full day of workshops, materials, lunch and refreshments

regisTer noW!

Date march 30, 2012 9:30 – 3:30 location pentictonCost $79 for nobody’s perfect facilitators / $99 othersincludes full day of workshops, materials, lunch and refreshments

regisTer noW!

Date april 26, 2012 9:30 – 3:30 location nelsonCost TBaincludes workshops, materials, lunch and refreshments

regisTer noW!

Professional deVeloPment eVents

“ongoing

professional

development, even

though you have

received training,

is essential in order

to stay current.”

– Survey Respondent






Working TogeTher: suCCessful approaChes To parenTing eduCaTion & supporT

find out about the latest research. Discuss alternative approaches to common challenges. refresh

your facilitation skills. and re-discover your passion for working with parents! You’ll do it all, and

more, at a Nobody’s Perfect regional meeting.

since 1991, Nobody’s Perfect parenting program facilitators in BC have been coming together each

year at regional meetings to network with their colleagues, share ideas, discuss common concerns,

and receive ongoing training and professional development. find out what everyone’s talking about,

at a regional meeting in your area!

These engaging full day workshops are ideal for both new and experienced Nobody’s Perfect

facilitators. Join other facilitators from your region this spring to discuss and share the experiences,

challenges, and rewards of leading Nobody’s Perfect parenting support groups. each Nobody’s

Perfect Regional Meeting is a full day of professional development and networking specifically

designed for the needs of Nobody’s Perfect facilitators.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• learn new approaches to helping parents apply their learning and maintain new skills,

• Take part in an interactive presentation on using adult education principles with parents,

• Work in small groups to assess their own practice in light of the ideas presented.

Full meeting agenda available January 2012. For more information contact us

at [email protected] or call us at 604 678 8884.



Customized traininG

do you have a large group needing training? does your organization have specific needs that aren’t covered by our regular offerings? We can customize our trainings and professional development workshops to suit your needs.

our training can focus on the aspect of family support that best suits your agency, your community, and your team. Whether you’re looking to refresh your facilitation, learn the theory and basics of home visitation, discover best practices for supporting fathers, or sharpen your storytelling skills, we can help.

our sessions are delivered by experts in family service programming, who provide research-based, practical seminars with an emphasis on real-world workability. from half-day presentations to full training programs, we can work with you to ensure that your team gains the knowledge and confidence to make a difference in the lives of children and families.


home visitor advanced Training: establishing

professional Boundaries

Bring this training to your organization!

establishing and maintaining a healthy balance between effective, quality service provision and over

or under-involvement can be challenging for new and veteran home visitors and their supervisors.

at this new advanced training workshop, you’ll learn how to establish and maintain professional

boundaries with clients.

The Workshop:

a host of factors can contribute to the unintentional errors associated with crossing professional

boundary lines when working with highly stressed families and their children intensively over an

extended period of time. This interactive seminar explores how to define boundaries by focusing

on role clarity and delineation while teaching strategies for establishing and reinforcing healthy

professional boundaries.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• Reflect upon personal experiences with establishing, violating and maintaining boundaries.

• identify common avenues for boundary confusion within the role of the home visitor.

• Define the potential consequences of crossing boundaries for the home visitor in your program.

• explore factors contributing to effective and ineffective workplace boundaries.

• Recognize specific program strengths pertaining to professional boundaries and explore

opportunities for enhancing current practices.

• learn strategies for working together as a team to maintain effective boundaries.

For more information, or to arrange Home Visitor Training in your community,




parent Child mother goose program discover the pleasure and power of rhymes, songs and stories.

teaCHer traininG, adVanCed WorksHoPs


The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® is a group experience for parents and their babies and

young children focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs and stories together.

Preventative in nature, Parent-Child Mother Goose® helps parents create positive family patterns

during their children’s crucial early years, while building on parents’ strengths and confidence.

The Training:

initial two-day teacher training workshops cover the methods and principles of the Parent-Child

Mother Goose Program®. following the training, participants engage in an self-evaluation process.

once completed, and upon approval of required reports, you will receive your level one

Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® Teacher certification.

parTiCipanTs Will:

• Learn to organize a session

• Build the skills to reach your target audience

• use and teach rhymes and songs successfully

• learn to observe and respond to parent-child interactions

• Practice the basics of storytelling

sToryTelling Workshops: advanCed Training

There are two Advanced Training workshops to assist PCMGP teachers in further developing their

teaching skills. They are open to individuals who have participated in an initial PCMGP training

workshop and have any amount of experience in teaching in a program.

• Storytelling in the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program®

• Building on Your experience

For more information, or to arrange a Parent-Child Mother Goose® training in your community,

contact us at [email protected]

“i’ve always received

the help and support

i needed from the

provincial coordination

office. The training

sessions i’ve attended

have always been

rewarding and rich in

a number of ways. The

positive outlook of the

staff, and their belief

and value of the mother

goose program really

emanates through in

all they do. Thank you!”

– Parent Child Mother Goose® teacher

Customized traininG



Changing fathers, evolving practices


fathers play an essential role in children’s lives. But for family service providers, engaging

meaningfully with fathers can mean rethinking many of the basic assumptions behind delivering

services and supports for families.

The Training:

This two-day training program for family service practitioners will increase your awareness

and understanding of the role of fathers. Participants will develop the skills they need to foster,

encourage and maintain a greater degree of paternal commitment. focused workshops help

participants enhance their knowledge and build strategies in the following areas:

• making room for fathers in agencies and services

• Developing individual and collective practices that support fathers

• Promoting paternal involvement

• Taking a systemic approach to community-based activities

For more information, or to arrange a Changing Fathers, Evolving Practices training in your

community, contact us at [email protected]

“This training

expanded my

thinking about

dads. i got great

ideas i can take

back to my work

and life.”

– training participant



inspiring, informaTive, eduCaTional. Bringing family TopiCs To life.

at the BC Council for families, our team of experts are passionate about strengthening family

relationships, about parenting and parent education, child development, family advocacy, and

more. and they’re eager to share what they know with the community. for more information on

presentations, speaker availability, and rates, contact us at 604-678-8884 or [email protected]

sPeakers Bureau

speakers lisT

david sheftel

an experienced and engaging speaker, David

is the provincial coordinator of BC’s father

involvement network, as well as the provincial

trainer for the Home Visiting Training Initiative.

Speaking Topics

• Raising Resilient, Responsible Boys

• Strategies to Support Father Involvement

• Helping Parents Build Attachment for

early Development

Jennifer dales

With a masters degree in family studies, and a

background in program development, Jennifer

brings an informed and analytical perspective to

the current issues affecting families in BC.

Speaking Topics

• The Critical Impact of Parents

• Supporting Families in our Communities:

The role of Prevention

• Father Involvement: The Female Perspective

glenn hope

Glenn’s years of experience in both the business

and non-profit sectors have given him a keen

appreciation for the crucial importance of

planning and leadership.

Speaking Topics

• Strategic Planning in Non-Profit Organizations:

mapping a Path to success

• Leadership in Non-Profits

ruby Banga

ruby has been working with parents and

families for over fifteen years, in a variety of

roles and settings. as a trainer and coordinator

for both the Nobody’s Perfect and My Tween

and Me parenting programs, she’s an expert on

parenting relationships.

Speaking Topics

• Tweens and Parents – Making the

relationship Work

Beth hutchinson

as the provincial coordinator for the Parent-

Child Mother Goose® program for over 10 years,

Beth has had the opportunity to share many,

many stories. She’s seen firsthand the difference

storytelling, singing and rhyming can make in

the lives of both parents and children.

Speaking Topics

• Storytelling for Young Children

douglas dunn

One of the first Certified Fund Raising

executives in the province, Douglas has been

consulting for over 25 years.

Speaking Topics

• Filthy Rich and Other Non-Profit Fantasies –

the entrepreneurial approach to funding

• The Secrets of Fundraising – an introduction

for Board or Staff of Non-Profits

pilar onatra

Pilar is a trainer for the My Tween and Me program

for parents of children between 7–12. she is a

firm believer in the value of communication to

strengthen parent-child relationships.

Speaking Topics

• Risk and Protective factors in Middle

Childhood

marilee peters

With more than a decade of experience in

shaping and sharing the stories of a diverse

range of non-profit organizations, Marilee knows

a thing or two about finding your organization’s

authentic voice.

Speaking Topics

• Telling your Organization’s Story

• Branding from the Inside Out


suPPort us

donaTe Today!

BC Council for families relies on donations from individuals, businesses and foundations in order to

continue delivering high quality training for family service providers.

every contribution helps, whether it’s a one-time gift, an in-kind donation, or a bequest.

To learn more, visit us online at www.bccf.ca/donate or call us today at 604-678-8884, ext. 229.

yes, i want to help support and strengthen families in BC!

donors presidenT’s CirCle

sustainer ($250 or more) family Philanthropist ($25,000 or more)

supporter ($100 or more) family Champion ($5,000 or more)

Contributor ($25 or more) family Visionary ($2,500 or more)

family Benefactor ($1,000 or more)

other $ family advocate ($500 or more)

amount $

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name on Credit Card

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expiry Date

signature

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address

City Province Postal Code

Telephone fax

email

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Yes, please send me information on leaving an estate gift to the Council

All donations to the BC Council for Families are tax-deductible.

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return to: BC Council for families 204-2590 granville st, vancouver BC v6h 3h1

www.bccf.ca/donate


HELPING FAMILIES IS YOuR PASSION.HELPING YOu, IS OuRS.

You’re working to make a difference for families. let us help

you work better. Discover the many professional education

opportunities offered by the BC Council for families and enhance

your knowledge and develop your skills in strengthening families,

children, and communities. our training sessions and workshops

blend research and theory in child development and adult

education with current best practices and standards.

our professional development trainings offer the comprehensive,

in-depth, challenging and effective content you’ve come to expect

from the BC Council for families. each session is developed using

a rigorous set of criteria to include relevant, informative content,

encourage participant interaction, and emphasize practical skills-

building.

make a difference for families.

register online today: www.bccf.ca

2590 Granville StSuite 204 Vancouver BC Canada V6H 3H1

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