Cultural Connections for Carers

1-day

Duration

6

Hours

$450

Cost p.p.

Varied

Location

Course description

In NSW, all Aboriginal children and young people in out-of-home care must have a Cultural Care Plan and a Cultural Support Plan. The Cultural Connections for Carers Workshop is a one-day interactive session designed to help carers understand and support the cultural needs of Aboriginal children and young people in their care. You will learn practical strategies to work alongside child protection practitioners and other key stakeholders to ensure children maintain, or establish, a strong connection with their culture.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Help children feel connected to their identity, community, and heritage.
  • Support children in care in a meaningful and culturally responsive way.
  • Actively contribute to cultural plans.

Additional benefits
  • Certificate of Completion
  • 10% discount for AbSec members (individuals).
  • Discounted rates for group bookings.
  • Access to course materials post-training.
  • Join the AbSec professional network for continued learning and peer support.

Who can attend?

This course is designed specifically for carers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children or young people in out-of-home care.

Delivery options

This short course is available in both face-to-face and online formats.
Interested in booking as a team? We provide discounted rates for group bookings.

Upcoming sessions

                 
Name Course Start Date Course End Date Cost
Trauma Informed Care 28/10/2026 28/10/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer's Role 10/11/2026 10/11/2026 $450.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 12/11/2026 12/11/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 18/11/2026 18/11/2026 $450.00
Culture In Practice 23/11/2026 24/11/2026 $2,450.00
Trauma Informed Care 02/12/2026 02/12/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 10/12/2026 10/12/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer's Role 15/12/2026 15/12/2026 $450.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 17/12/2026 17/12/2026 $450.00
   
Name Date Time Location Available Spaces Cost
Cultural Connections- The Carer’s Role 10 November 2026 09:30 am – 04:00 pm Online 10 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer’s Role 15 December 2026 09:30 am – 04:00 pm Online 10 $450.00