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
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 21/01/2026 21/01/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 28/01/2026 28/01/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer's Role 03/02/2026 03/02/2026 $450.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 10/02/2026 10/02/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 23/02/2026 23/02/2026 $450.00
Trauma Informed Care 24/02/2026 25/02/2026 $650.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 03/03/2026 03/03/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 11/03/2026 11/03/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer's Role 18/03/2026 18/03/2026 $450.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 07/04/2026 07/04/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 15/04/2026 15/04/2026 $450.00
Trauma Informed Care 21/04/2026 22/04/2026 $650.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 05/05/2026 05/05/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 13/05/2026 13/05/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer's Role 19/05/2026 19/05/2026 $450.00
Cultivating Cultural Awareness and Understanding Trauma 09/06/2026 09/06/2026 $450.00
Cultural Connection for Child Protection Professionals 17/06/2026 17/06/2026 $450.00
Trauma Informed Care 23/06/2026 24/06/2026 $650.00
     
Name Date Time Location Available Spaces Cost
Cultural Connections- The Carer’s Role 3 February 2026 09:30 am – 04:00 pm Online 10 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer’s Role 18 March 2026 09:30 am – 04:00 pm Online 8 $450.00
Cultural Connections- The Carer’s Role 19 May 2026 09:30 am – 04:00 pm Online 10 $450.00