Duration
3 hours - Completed at once during the live webinar
Price
£75+VAT (NYAS staff and self-employed contractor discounts apply)
Leaving care or transitioning towards independence can be a complex time and process for care leavers. They may not be aware of the different levels of support that exist, or about their eligibility rights as care leavers.
This course is recommended for practitioners and anyone wishing to develop their understanding about working with young people who are leaving care and transitioning towards independence.
Striking out into the world on your own for the first time can be exciting as you discover your newfound independence, but it can also be a time of great uncertainty for care experienced young people who are about leave the care system.
Care leaver entitlements vary across local authorities, so it's important that the professionals supporting young people can help them to discover what they're entitled to, and that their rights continue to be upheld into adulthood.
Upon completion of this training, learners will:
This care leaver support training will be delivered via a live, interactive webinar. The training session will be delivered by a member of our highly experienced training team.
NYAS is a leading, national rights based charity who deliver a range of services, including care leaver support, to children and young people across England and Wales. We have practical experience within this training area, and your learning will be supported by our expert guidance and a supporting handbook.
You can find all available training dates below - new dates are added regularly so keep an eye on this page for any updates if the dates below don't work for you. If you're looking to discuss bespoke training dates, please email training@nyas.net and our team will be happy to help.
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