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SUMMARY:CORE TEEN #5: Understanding and Managing Youth’s Challenging Behaviors – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:CORE Teen Curriculum provides parents with information they need to develop safe relationships with youth\, while also focusing on how they can adapt their parenting styles to support the youth’s needs\, rather than just focusing on behaviors \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required. \nClick Here to go to the registration page.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/core-teen-5-understanding-and-managing-youths-challenging-behaviors-part-1/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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SUMMARY:CORE TEEN #6: Understanding and Managing Youth’s Challenging Behaviors – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:CORE Teen Curriculum provides parents with information they need to develop safe relationships with youth\, while also focusing on how they can adapt their parenting styles to support the youth’s needs\, rather than just focusing on behaviors. \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required. \nClick Here to go to the registration page.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/core-teen-6-understanding-and-managing-youths-challenging-behaviors-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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SUMMARY:Internet Safety with Detective John Sims\, Kentucky State Police
DESCRIPTION:Internet Safety is a training designed and presented by KSP Detective John Sims to empower and equip parents and caregivers to help children navigate the digital world safely with a focus on the following topics: \n\nParenting Tips for Online Safety\nArtificial Intelligence (AI) and Child Safety Online\nEmoji Slang: A Guide for Parents\nSocial Media\nGaming Safety\nWhat Parents Should Know about Sextortion\nSlang Terms and Their Meaning\nHidden Apps\nParental Control Apps\nTime allowing\, there will be a Q&A at the end of the training\n\nAbout the Trainer: \nJohn Sims is a Detective for the Electronic Crime Branch of the Kentucky State Police\, with over 23 years of Law Enforcement experience and 18 of those years being spent in Investigations. \nSims began his Law Enforcement career with the Paducah Police Department in February of 2001. He was a graduate from DOCJT Class #304 and spent two years of Patrol before applying with the Kentucky State Police. Sims graduated from Class #81 with the Kentucky State Police in October of 2003. Sims was assigned to Post 1\, Mayfield. While working as a Road Trooper\, Sims was assigned to Graves and McCracken Counties. In March of 2006\, Sims transferred to Investigations. During his tenure as a Post 1 Detective\, Sims took various trainings and became specialized in working Financial Investigations and ICAC Investigations. He also became proficient in crime scene photography. While working in Investigations at Post 1\, Sims was named Detective of the Year at Post Level in 2012 and was named Detective of the Year for the Kentucky State Police in 2015. \nIn January 2017\, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch (ECB) expanded to include detectives that covered different parts of the state. The primary function of the ECB is to work investigations regarding the exploitation of children via electronic means. Detective Sims was assigned to the ECB and worked investigations in the Western part of state covering multiple counties over multiple Post Districts in 2017. Since his start at the ECB\, Detective Sims has become proficient in Peer to Peer (P2P) Investigations including BitTorrent\, Emule\, CPS\, and Freenet. \nIn August of 2022\, Detective Sims became the second Electronic Storage Device Detection (ESDD) K9 handler with the state\, with his partner Cam. Cam is an English lab who is trained to detect electronic storage devices and assists the Electronic Crime Branch on search warrants regarding the exploitation of children. In 2021\, Detective John Sims was named the Detective of the Year for the Electronic Crime Branch. \nThis training has been approved for ongoing\, elective foster parent training credit. 2.0 hours is available for Kentucky’s foster parents. Foster parent training credit is administered based on the duration of the training and each attendee’s participation. A reliable internet connection and a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer with web camera is required to participate. Note that this training will address sensitive subject matter. Please ensure that you are using techniques (such as headphones\, a different room\, or a lower volume level) to ensure privacy. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nIf you have any questions about this training\, please email Melanie Parsons\, Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Training Specialist\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/internet-safety-with-detective-john-sims-kentucky-state-police/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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SUMMARY:CORE TEEN #7: A New Suitcase of Parenting Knowledge and Skills
DESCRIPTION:CORE Teen Curriculum provides parents with information they need to develop safe relationships with youth\, while also focusing on how they can adapt their parenting styles to support the youth’s needs\, rather than just focusing on behaviors. \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required. \nClick Here to go to the registration page.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/core-teen-7-a-new-suitcase-of-parenting-knowledge-and-skills/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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SUMMARY:Impact of Trauma on Development (Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training) (3/10/26)
DESCRIPTION:Impact of Trauma on Development (Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training \nMarch 10\, 2026 \n5:30 PM-7:30 PM EST \nVia Zoom \nR. Alex Colston\, LMFT \n2 credit hours \nThis training is an introduction to Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and is part of the TBRI® Caregiver Training series. This evidence-based approach to caregiving founded in research\, theory and experience is developmentally respectful\, trauma-informed\, and attachment-centered. Parents will learn the areas of Child Development\, gain an understanding of brain growth\, become familiar with the Categories of Trauma\, and be able to identify both risk and protective factors. \nAbout the Trainer:\n\nR. Alex Colston\, LMFT is a relationship therapist and coach based in Lexington\, KY. As a Trust-Based Relational Intervention® Practitioner\, \nAlex brings more than a decade of experience working with youth and families across community mental health\, school-based services\, and private practice. Known for his warmth\, presence\, and ability to hold space for healing\, Alex integrates clinical expertise with a deeply relational approach. He has served not only as a therapist but also as a Clinician Educator\, supporting both clients and professionals in understanding trauma\, attachment\, and family dynamics. In addition to his therapy and coaching work\, Alex is a Clinical Consultant with the University of Louisville\, where he supports Kentucky’s statewide Screening & Assessment processes for Child Welfare. His passion lies in equipping individuals\, families\, and practitioners with tools that foster connection\, resilience\, and meaningful change. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/impact-of-trauma-on-development-trust-based-relational-intervention-caregiver-training-3-10-26/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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SUMMARY:Trust-Based Relational Intervention– Empowering Principles: Psychological Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Trust-Based Relational Intervention– Empowering Principles: Psychological Strategies \nApril 14\, 2026 \n5:30 PM-7:30 PM EST \nVia Zoom \nR. Alex Colston\, LMFT \n2 credit hours \nThis training is part of the TBRI® Caregiver Training series. This evidence-based approach to caregiving founded in research\, theory and experience is developmentally respectful\, trauma-informed\, and attachment-centered. In this session\, parents will be introduced to the TBRI Empowering Principles\, learn key Physiological Strategies\, and how to recognize Sensory Processing Challenges and Sensory Avoidant/Seeking Preferences. \nAbout the Trainer: \nR. Alex Colston\, LMFT is a relationship therapist and coach based in Lexington\, KY. As a Trust-Based Relational Intervention® Practitioner\, \nAlex brings more than a decade of experience working with youth and families across community mental health\, school-based services\, and private practice. Known for his warmth\, presence\, and ability to hold space for healing\, Alex integrates clinical expertise with a deeply relational approach. He has served not only as a therapist but also as a Clinician Educator\, supporting both clients and professionals in understanding trauma\, attachment\, and family dynamics. In addition to his therapy and coaching work\, Alex is a Clinical Consultant with the University of Louisville\, where he supports Kentucky’s statewide Screening & Assessment processes for Child Welfare. His passion lies in equipping individuals\, families\, and practitioners with tools that foster connection\, resilience\, and meaningful change. \nClick Here to go to the registration page. \nFor additional information about this session\, please feel free to contact Melanie Parsons\, the Foster Parent Training Program (FPTP) Program Coordinator\, at Melanie.Parsons@uky.edu. \nPlease note each session is approved for ongoing\, elective training credit for Kentucky Foster Parents. Basic & Advanced Foster Parents\, Fictive Kin Foster Parents\, Care Plus\, or Therapeutic Foster Parents can all take advantage of the opportunity to fulfill their training hours. A reliable internet connection and computer/smartphone with webcam are required.
URL:https://socialwork.uky.edu/event/trust-based-relational-intervention-empowering-principles-psychological-strategies/
LOCATION:Virtual through LMS
CATEGORIES:Foster Parent Training Program
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