7 events found.
Week of Events
Medically Complex 2026 Spring Annual Training Conference
This is a hybrid-style training event with virtual sessions on Friday 3/13/26 (9:00am – 10:30am & 11:00am – 12:30pm) & Saturday 3/14/26 (9:00am – 10:30am & 11:00am – 12:30pm), and in-person sessions on Saturday, 3/21 from 11:00 am – 6:30 pm pm EDT at Embassy Suites Coldstream, 1801 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40511. In-person check-in […]
Monday, March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 -A Child’s Education: Rights and Responsibilities
A Child’s Education: Rights and Responsibilities
A Child’s Education: Rights & Responsibilities will inform parents of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The training informs foster and adoptive parents of the processes used to determine eligibility requirements for children with disabilities. In addition, this training will equip participants to ensure children ages three to twenty-one have access to the tools […]
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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March 10, 2026 -Office of Faculty Advancement, Connect & Accomplish Online Co-working Sessions
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March 10, 2026 -De-escalation Training
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March 10, 2026 -Impact of Trauma on Development (Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training) (3/10/26)
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March 10, 2026 -KIN VIP – Mary Jo Dendy Support Group
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March 10, 2026 -Services and Support for Foster and Adoptive Families
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March 10, 2026 -Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child
Office of Faculty Advancement, Connect & Accomplish Online Co-working Sessions
You are invited to join the Office of Faculty Advancement in Connect & Accomplish: Online Co-working Sessions These dedicated 2-hour blocks are back this semester, offering weekly opportunities at the CoSW for you to co-work with the College of Social Work Community. Sessions are open to all faculty, staff, and doctoral students. Join our virtual […]
De-escalation Training
A focused overview of practical communication tactics to defuse tense encounters before they escalate. Grounded in the Surviving Verbal Conflict® framework and UKPD field experience, the session emphasizes tactical empathy, brief deflection language, and clearly stating the "why" behind requests. Participants will learn to: Spot early verbal and non‑verbal indicators of escalation. Use respectful deflectors […]
Impact of Trauma on Development (Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training) (3/10/26)
Impact of Trauma on Development (Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training March 10, 2026 5:30 PM-7:30 PM EST Via Zoom R. Alex Colston, LMFT 2 credit hours This 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, […]
KIN VIP – Mary Jo Dendy Support Group
This group is an opportunity for kinship caregivers to come together to find support, community, and resources in the care of relative and fictive children. This group will focus on the day to day issues involving relative and fictive kin care and will be shaped by the identified needs of group participants. This Group is […]
Services and Support for Foster and Adoptive Families
Services & Support for Foster & Adoptive Families will inform parents about resources available to individuals with intellectual disabilities through the Michelle P. Waiver Program, which allows eligible individuals to remain in their homes with services and supports. In addition, participants will learn about SSI, finding biological parents, and the importance of planning for independent […]
Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child
Creative Parenting: New Ways to Focus on Your Child is designed to help parents recognize the value of seeking to understand the meaning behind a child’s behavior. It explores the importance of creating time to connect with children one-on-one, modeling appropriate coping strategies, having consistent expectations, praising desirable behaviors, and redirecting challenging behavior. After completing […]
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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March 11, 2026 -Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
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March 11, 2026 -DSW Info Session
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March 11, 2026 -Practicum Info Session
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March 11, 2026 -Social Work Social Hour
Centers & Labs Weekly Staff Meeting
Monthly Staff Meeting for Centers & Labs Training Resource Center Staff. The meeting is held the 3rd Wednesday of Each Month at the Training Resource Center. This is an in-person meeting. However, a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the training for any staff who cannot attend in-person.
DSW Info Session
Turn Your Goals into Reality Explore our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program during an online info session. Registration link is below. The UK Difference Our Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) program was developed with practitioners in mind. This high-quality, rigorous program prepares practitioners to navigate the complexities of a contemporary practice landscape by providing […]
Practicum Info Session
Launch your social work career through your practicum experience—formerly known as field education. Attend an information session to learn about the process, opportunities, and support available as you prepare for hands-on learning in real-world settings. The UK College of Social Work is affiliated with approximately 3,000 agencies across the United States, offering flexible placements in […]
Social Work Social Hour
Social Work students are invited to attend our informal monthly meeting. This is a great opportunity to connect with other students, ask questions to your advisor, and meet with program faculty. If you have questions, contact Kayla Powell at kayla.powell@uky.edu. This will be held at the 90 in Room 219.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
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March 12, 2026 -Healthy Boundaries in Teenage Relationships
Healthy Boundaries in Teenage Relationships
Healthy Boundaries in Teenage Relationships explores healthy and unhealthy dating behaviors. It is designed to assist caregivers in identifying warning signs that a teen may be involved in an abusive dating relationship and provides suggestions for talking to teens and/or their friends who find themselves involved in such relationships. After completing this training, participants will […]
Friday, March 13, 2026
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March 13, 2026 -Autism: Understanding the Basics
Autism: Understanding the Basics
This comprehensive training provides a foundational exploration of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), offering participants valuable insights into the characteristics, challenges, and strengths associated with autism. Aiming to enhance awareness, promote empathy, and lay the foundation for creating inclusive and supportive environments. This training is designed for foster and adoptive parents committed to providing a loving […]
Saturday, March 14, 2026
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March 14, 2026 -Building Positive Relationships with Caseworkers and Community Partners
Building Positive Relationships with Caseworkers and Community Partners
Building Positive Relationships with Case Workers & Community Partners provides foster parents the information and tools needed to establish a positive working relationship with their caseworker and child’s caseworker, with the goal of providing the best possible continuum of care for the child. After completing this training, participants will be able to: Work in partnership […]
Sunday, March 15, 2026
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