Child Safety Trainings

Start scrolling to see which child safety trainings coming up. KIDS Center offers free in-person trainings in Bend, La Pine, Sisters, Redmond and Madras. We also offer virtual trainings that you can join from home or work!

Nov
7

Acerca de la Oscuridad de Guardianes de Los Niños Darkness to Light 3.0

Guardianes de los niños® de Darkness to Light es un programa de capacitación interactivo de 2 horas que proporciona a los participantes 5 pasos para proteger mejor a los niños del abuso sexual. Brinda a los adultos herramientas para reconocer los signos de abuso sexual, responder a las sospechas y brinda formas simples de minimizar las oportunidades de abuso en las organizaciones y en nuestra comunidad. Esta capacitación es ideal para cualquier adulto de nuestra comunidad que interactúe con niños.

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Nov
7

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

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Nov
12

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

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Nov
14

KIDS Center 101

Learn all about KIDS Center—from our grass-roots founding to the programs and services we offer free to children and families. We will also touch on yearly statistics and the basics of reporting. This free presentation will help you learn more about KIDS Center and our regional role as an accredited Childrens’ Advocacy Center.

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Nov
14

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

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Nov
19

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

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Nov
21

Hablemos de Estas Cosas

Creado para padres, cuidadores y quienes trabajan con o en nombre de los niños, nuestro entrenamiento de 2 horas Hablemos de estas cosas brinda educación y conocimiento sobre las edades y etapas del desarrollo de un niño, examinando cada una a través de un aspecto social, físico, y lente de desarrollo. La capacitación también brinda orientación sobre cómo hablar con los niños sobre sus cuerpos. Aprenderá sobre el desarrollo neurotípico de la niñez y la adolescencia y determinará lo que se considera un comportamiento problemático o inapropiado en niños y jóvenes. Los participantes pasarán por escenarios para obtener experiencia práctica sobre cómo manejar ciertos comportamientos, situaciones o preguntas que un niño puede tener con la respuesta adecuada mientras permanece calmado. La capacitación es ideal para participantes con o que trabajan con niños y jóvenes de 0 a 17 años.

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Dec
3

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

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Dec
5

Abuso Infantil: Signos, Síntomas, y Prevención

Conozca los diferentes tipos de abuso infantil y las señales que debe reconocer. Discutiremos qué tipos de casos se remiten en KIDS Center para evaluaciones. También hablaremos sobre diferentes estrategias de prevención que podemos hacer en nuestra vida diaria. Esta presentación es ideal para organizaciones, empresas o grupos interesados en aprender más sobre los tipos de abuso presentes en nuestra comunidad y lo que podemos hacer para proteger a los niños y las familias.

FREE

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Dec
10

Bystanders Protecting Children

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Bystanders Protecting Children discusses how a bystander is a person who witnesses a boundary violation or sees a situation where a child is vulnerable. Being prepared to intervene as a bystander is key to preventing child sexual abuse. In this 1-hour training, you will learn how to be an active bystander in child sexual abuse prevention and response. You will receive examples of boundary violations and inappropriate behaviors, and learn how you can make spontaneous and planned interventions that reinforce boundaries and protect children.

FREE

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Dec
10

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

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Dec
10

Healthy Touch for Children and Youth

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Healthy Touch discusses how healthy affection and touch is a protective measure against child sexual abuse, especially with parents, caregivers, and family members. In this 1-hour training, you will learn guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways to interact with children. The discussion will be centered around guidelines for healthy touch at home and in youth-serving settings, how to balance children’s needs for warmth and affection with safe, respectful ways of interacting, and learning about when touching behaviors can become inappropriate.

FREE

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Dec
10

Talking With Children About Safety From Sexual Abuse

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse discusses how talking about personal safety creates a protective bond between parent and child, increasing confidence for both and instilling knowledge that makes children and teens much less vulnerable. In this 1-hour training, you will learn the importance of relationships and resiliency, receive examples of how to talk about personal safety with children, and learn how to use everyday opportunities to talk with children about sexual abuse and its prevention.

FREE

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Dec
12

SafetyNet (en Español)

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® es una capacitación de seguridad en el Internet de 2 horas que enseña cómo se puede usar la tecnología de manera segura, positiva y ética, al mismo tiempo que le brinda las herramientas necesarias para administrar de manera segura la vida en línea de adultos y niños. SafetyNet fue desarrollado por la Fundación de la Policía de San Diego y el Grupo de Trabajo de Delitos contra Niños en el Internet de San Diego.

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Dec
17

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

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Dec
17

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Dec
19

Acerca de la Oscuridad de Guardianes de Los Niños Darkness to Light 3.0

Guardianes de los niños® de Darkness to Light es un programa de capacitación interactivo de 2 horas que proporciona a los participantes 5 pasos para proteger mejor a los niños del abuso sexual. Brinda a los adultos herramientas para reconocer los signos de abuso sexual, responder a las sospechas y brinda formas simples de minimizar las oportunidades de abuso en las organizaciones y en nuestra comunidad. Esta capacitación es ideal para cualquier adulto de nuestra comunidad que interactúe con niños.

View Event →

Oct
29

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

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Oct
24

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

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Oct
22

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

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Oct
17

SafetyNet (en Español)

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® es una capacitación de seguridad en el Internet de 2 horas que enseña cómo se puede usar la tecnología de manera segura, positiva y ética, al mismo tiempo que le brinda las herramientas necesarias para administrar de manera segura la vida en línea de adultos y niños. SafetyNet fue desarrollado por la Fundación de la Policía de San Diego y el Grupo de Trabajo de Delitos contra Niños en el Internet de San Diego.

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Oct
17

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Oct
10

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Oct
8

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

View Event →
Oct
3

Abuso Infantil: Signos, Síntomas, y Prevención

Conozca los diferentes tipos de abuso infantil y las señales que debe reconocer. Discutiremos qué tipos de casos se remiten en KIDS Center para evaluaciones. También hablaremos sobre diferentes estrategias de prevención que podemos hacer en nuestra vida diaria. Esta presentación es ideal para organizaciones, empresas o grupos interesados en aprender más sobre los tipos de abuso presentes en nuestra comunidad y lo que podemos hacer para proteger a los niños y las familias.

FREE

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Oct
1

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms, & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

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Sep
26

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

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Sep
24

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

View Event →
Sep
19

Acerca de la Oscuridad de Guardianes de Los Niños Darkness to Light 3.0

Guardianes de los niños® de Darkness to Light es un programa de capacitación interactivo de 2 horas que proporciona a los participantes 5 pasos para proteger mejor a los niños del abuso sexual. Brinda a los adultos herramientas para reconocer los signos de abuso sexual, responder a las sospechas y brinda formas simples de minimizar las oportunidades de abuso en las organizaciones y en nuestra comunidad. Esta capacitación es ideal para cualquier adulto de nuestra comunidad que interactúe con niños.

View Event →
Sep
17

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Sep
10

Talking With Children About Safety From Sexual Abuse

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse discusses how talking about personal safety creates a protective bond between parent and child, increasing confidence for both and instilling knowledge that makes children and teens much less vulnerable. In this 1-hour training, you will learn the importance of relationships and resiliency, receive examples of how to talk about personal safety with children, and learn how to use everyday opportunities to talk with children about sexual abuse and its prevention.

FREE

View Event →
Sep
10

Healthy Touch for Children and Youth

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Healthy Touch discusses how healthy affection and touch is a protective measure against child sexual abuse, especially with parents, caregivers, and family members. In this 1-hour training, you will learn guidelines for healthy touch and safe, respectful ways to interact with children. The discussion will be centered around guidelines for healthy touch at home and in youth-serving settings, how to balance children’s needs for warmth and affection with safe, respectful ways of interacting, and learning about when touching behaviors can become inappropriate.

FREE

View Event →
Sep
10

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

View Event →
Sep
10

Bystanders Protecting Children

Part of the Darkness to Light family of trainings, Bystanders Protecting Children discusses how a bystander is a person who witnesses a boundary violation or sees a situation where a child is vulnerable. Being prepared to intervene as a bystander is key to preventing child sexual abuse. In this 1-hour training, you will learn how to be an active bystander in child sexual abuse prevention and response. You will receive examples of boundary violations and inappropriate behaviors, and learn how you can make spontaneous and planned interventions that reinforce boundaries and protect children.

FREE

View Event →
Sep
5

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

View Event →
Sep
3

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

View Event →
Aug
29

Hablemos de Estas Cosas

Creado para padres, cuidadores y quienes trabajan con o en nombre de los niños, nuestro entrenamiento de 2 horas Hablemos de estas cosas brinda educación y conocimiento sobre las edades y etapas del desarrollo de un niño, examinando cada una a través de un aspecto social, físico, y lente de desarrollo. La capacitación también brinda orientación sobre cómo hablar con los niños sobre sus cuerpos. Aprenderá sobre el desarrollo neurotípico de la niñez y la adolescencia y determinará lo que se considera un comportamiento problemático o inapropiado en niños y jóvenes. Los participantes pasarán por escenarios para obtener experiencia práctica sobre cómo manejar ciertos comportamientos, situaciones o preguntas que un niño puede tener con la respuesta adecuada mientras permanece calmado. La capacitación es ideal para participantes con o que trabajan con niños y jóvenes de 0 a 17 años.

View Event →
Aug
27

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

View Event →
Aug
22

Child Abuse: Signs, Symptoms & Prevention

Learn about the different types of child abuse and the signs to recognize. We’ll discuss what kinds of cases are referred to KIDS Center for evaluations. We’ll also talk about different prevention strategies we can use in our daily lives. This presentation is ideal for organizations, businesses, or groups that are interested in learning more about the types of abuse present in our community and what we can do to protect kids and families.

FREE

View Event →
Aug
20

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Aug
15

Abuso Infantil: Signos, Síntomas, y Prevención

Conozca los diferentes tipos de abuso infantil y las señales que debe reconocer. Discutiremos qué tipos de casos se remiten en KIDS Center para evaluaciones. También hablaremos sobre diferentes estrategias de prevención que podemos hacer en nuestra vida diaria. Esta presentación es ideal para organizaciones, empresas o grupos interesados en aprender más sobre los tipos de abuso presentes en nuestra comunidad y lo que podemos hacer para proteger a los niños y las familias.

FREE

View Event →
Aug
13

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children 3.0®

Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® provides actionable behaviors that create prevention-oriented communities. You will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live, learn, and play. You will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. You will transfer the skills you learn into your communities, helping to embed prevention practices into your communities and within your spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse.

FREE

View Event →
Aug
8

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices®

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Aug
1

SafetyNet (en Español)

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® es una capacitación de seguridad en el Internet de 2 horas que enseña cómo se puede usar la tecnología de manera segura, positiva y ética, al mismo tiempo que le brinda las herramientas necesarias para administrar de manera segura la vida en línea de adultos y niños. SafetyNet fue desarrollado por la Fundación de la Policía de San Diego y el Grupo de Trabajo de Delitos contra Niños en el Internet de San Diego.

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Jun
27

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® (Copy)

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® is a 2-hour training that teaches adults how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethical manner. Get the tools you need to safely manage online lives for both adults and children. SafetyNet was developed by the San Diego Police Foundation and the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task force.

FREE

This training is made possible through the generosity of SELCO Community Credit Union.

View Event →
Jun
25

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

View Event →
Jun
25

Let's Talk About It

Created for parents, caregivers, and those who work with or on behalf of children, this 2-hour training provides education and insight on the ages and stages of a child’s development, examining each through a social, physical, and developmental lens. The training also provides guidance on how to talk to children about their bodies. You will learn about neurotypical childhood and adolescent development and determine what is considered problematic or inappropriate behavior in children and youth. Participants will go through scenarios to gain hands-on experience on how to handle certain behaviors, situations, or questions that a child may have with the appropriate response.  The training is ideal for adults with children or who work with children and youth ages 0-17 years old.

FREE

This training is sponsored by Central Oregon Pediatrics Associates

View Event →