Training Content
The training covers the skills needed to effectively teach the RC Basic training. At the training, there will be some time spent on reviewing RC concepts. However, the majority of time will be spent learning HOW to teach RC. Trainers will be expected to practice teach to their peers and the Faculty Trainers in a supportive learning environment. Particular focus is placed on helping participants exemplify as a trainer the relational concept of RICH (Respect, Information, Connection, and Hope) central to the RC approach.
Participants will learn and practice a variety of teaching techniques including didactic lecture, small group activities, large group discussions, and role plays. Because the material in RC challenges the treatment approaches used in many mental health and education settings, the training addresses how to teach and model a paradigm shift as well as field challenging questions and comments.
Preparation for Train-the-Trainer
Before attending the training, participants are expected to have a working knowledge of the basic concepts in RC.
Participants need to pass a knowledge test in order to gain entrance to the Train-the-Trainer. The content for the test is drawn from the PowerPoint slides used in the RC Basic training. Advance preparation IS necessary for people to pass the test. Participants will have two chances to pass. We will send detailed instructions for taking the test when we receive your registration.
All RC Associate Trainers must have a copy of the RC curriculum (blue book). Click here to order from the Sidran Institute. If you have questions, contact Christine Greene at tsisupport@klingberg.com.
Training Materials
Each RC Associate trainer will receive the Teaching Manual for Risking Connection at the training. All the materials to teach the RC Basic Training (PowerPoint slides, videos, etc) are also available at the RC Trainers’ Corner on the TSI website. The Teaching Manual and access to the training materials are built into the training fee.
Training Cost
Per Person Training Fee: $695 (This includes: all training materials; continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily)
Continuinig Education Credits: $40
Continuing Education Credits
This event is co-sponsored by R. Cassidy Seminars to provide 18.75 CE hours.
Satisfactory Completion. Participants must have paid the continuing education fee, signed in, attended the entire seminar, completed an evaluation, and signed out in order to receive a certificate. Failure to sign in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available.
Psychologists. R. Cassidy Seminars is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. R. Cassidy Seminars maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Social Workers. R. Cassidy Seminars, ACE Provider #1082 is an approved provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) www.aswb.org through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) Program. R. Cassidy Seminars maintains responsibility for this program. Approval Period: April 15, 2015- April 15, 2018. Social workers should contact their regulartory board to determine course approval. Social workers will receive continuing education clinical social work clock hours for participating in this course.
CA The Board of Behavioral Sciences has deferred the CE course approvals to APA and ASWB for its licenses. See those approvals under Psychologists and Social Workers.
NY R. Cassidy Seminars is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider (#0006) of continuing education for licensed social workers.
Counselors/ Marriage and Family Therapist.
CA The Board of Behavioral Sciences has deferred CE course approvals to APA and ASWB for its licenses. See those approvals under Psychologists and Social Workers.
Other States If your state is not specifically listed, nearly all Counselor and MFT boards accept either APA or ASWB approval, or are reciprocal with other state licensing board approvals such as those listed below. Check with your board to be sure. The Ohio Board includes Counselors.
Chemical Dependancy Counselors. Provider approved by NAADAC Approved Education Provider Program for designated hours. Approval #000654
CA Provider approved by CFAAP/CAADAC, Provider #4N-00-434-0212 for designated CEHs. CAADAC is an ICRC member which has reciprocity with most ICRC member states.
Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and, while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling.
Cancellation
Payment is expected at the time of registration. We will refund the registration fee minus a $30 processing fee for cancellations two weeks prior to the training. No refunds will be made for cancellations inside two weeks.
Participants are required to pass the RC Knowledge Test in order to attend. If a proposed trainer fails the test twice, fees will be refunded minus a $30 processing charge.
Requirements for Adopting the Risking Connection Trauma Training Program (Revised 11/14)
Organizational or System Requirements
The Risking Connection approach represents a paradigm shift from the treatment models used in most mental and behavioral health settings. Risking Connection is consistent with the principles of trauma-informed care and can be used to implement and sustain a trauma-informed system of care within organizations. Implementing trauma-informed care in mental health settings is a challenging process requiring a shift of culture in the wider organization. Isolated Risking Connection training without wider organizational or system buy-in is generally unsuccessful in promoting change in knowledge, beliefs, or organizational practice. For these reasons, we have developed the following organizational requirements
Organizations/systems planning to do internal RC training must meet the following requirements.
Credentialing Requirements for Risking Connection Associate Trainers
Training Risking Connection successfully requires RC Associate Trainers to have a foundation of knowledge, clinical experience, an ownership of the approach, and skill as a presenter. Effective dissemination of RC requires that RC Associate Trainers teach RC in a way that maintains fidelity to the model. Below are the credentialing requirements for RC Associate Trainers. To be an RC Associate Trainer, the person must:
Please Note
Sponsoring Organizations
The Traumatic Stress Institute (TSI) of Klingberg Family Centers promotes excellence in trauma-informed care both within Klingberg and to organizations nationally and internationally who treat clients with histories of psychological trauma and attachment disruptions. TSI helps organizations foster trauma-sensitive treatment cultures, increase clinical expertise, achieve positive lasting results with difficult clients, and develop a stable and well-trained work force. Through training and consultation, TSI has assisted organizations reduce restraints and seclusions, decrease staff turnover, operate more effectively within an increasingly competitive marketplace, and improve outcomes for children and families.
Sidran Institute is a national non-profit organization devoted to advocacy, education and research related to: the early recognition and treatment of trauma related stress in children; and the understanding and treatment of adults suffering from trauma-generated mental health conditions. They are the publisher of the Risking Connection curricula.
Klingberg Family Centers, founded in 1903, is a private, nonprofit multi-service agency providing help to hundreds of persons across Connecticut each year. Our mission is to extend hope and healing to children and families whose lives have been affected by abuse in its various forms. Klingberg has earned national recognition for training and consultation on implementing and sustaining trauma-informed care.
Hotel Accommodations in Area
Plainville Inn and Suites, 400 New Britain Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062
(860) 747-1188.
Hartford Marriott Farmington, 15 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT 06032. 860-678-1000.
If you have questions, contact Christine Greene at TSIsupport@klingberg.com or 860-832-5562.