Training Events

Barnardos suite of training for professionals, based on best practice principles when working with children and families, is open to participants from a wide range of organisations across the community, voluntary, statutory, public and private sectors. We also offer courses through our Post-Adoption Service, such as courses for adopted adults and adoptive families. See the list below for our current courses.

19 Sep

Intercountry Adopted Young Adult Support Group - Dublin September 2026

September 19, 2026    
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Post Adoption Service are delighted to arrange a support group specifically for Intercountry adopted adults. This workshop aims to provide a safe space for [...]
23 Sep

Children First, Child Protection Training

September 23, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The aim of this webinar is to equip those who work with children with the skills and knowledge that are necessary to deal with child protection issues in line with the Children First National Guidance for Protection and Welfare of Children (2017).
25 Sep

Designated Liaison Person Training

September 25, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The aim of this webinar is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills that are necessary to carry out the role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) effectively and with competence. This training is suitable for newly appointed and established DLPs who have completed one day Children First Child Protection Training in the past 3 years. A strong working knowledge of Children First 2017 is required.
05 Oct

Cork- Once Off Support Group for Adopted Adults

October 5, 2026    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service will be holding a confidential support group for Adopted Adults.For further information please email us at: [email protected] or phone our Cork [...]
06 Oct

Designated Liaison Person Training

October 6, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
€95.00
The aim of this webinar is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills that are necessary to carry out the role of Designated Liaison Person (DLP) effectively and with competence. This training is suitable for newly appointed and established DLPs who have completed one day Children First Child Protection Training in the past 3 years. A strong working knowledge of Children First 2017 is required.
06 Oct

Implementing a Key Person Approach in Early Learning and Care

October 6, 2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
€0.00
This workshop is suitable for Early Years Educators working with infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers interested in learning more about the Key Person approach. The aim of the workshop is to advance the educators knowledge and understanding of the key person approach and to consider its practical implementation The workshop will highlight the benefits of integrating this approach so that children can thrive in your service and benefit from this support structure.
07 Oct

Children First, Child Protection Training

October 7, 2026    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
€95.00
The aim of this webinar is to equip those who work with children with the skills and knowledge that are necessary to deal with child protection issues in line with the Children First National Guidance for Protection and Welfare of Children (2017).
07 Oct

Adopted Teen Social Group (ages 17-19)- Dublin - April

October 7, 2026    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Post Adoption Service are delighted to invite your teens to an evening support group specifically designed for adopted teenagers, aged 17-19. The group will [...]
13 Oct

Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice in Early Learning and Care

October 13, 2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
€0.00
This webinar is suitable for those working in Early Childhood Care and Education who are interested in learning about adverse childhood experiences and what we can do to foster children’s resilience.
15 Oct

Galway - Once Off Birth Mothers Support Group

October 15, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
€0.00
Barnardos Birth History Service are pleased to announce a support group for mothers who had their child relinquished at birth to adoption or boarding out. [...]
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