Course Code: REL-BHC-0-TCASSI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Describe why it is important to talk with children about sexual orientation.
Identify age-appropriate strategies for talking to children about sexual orientation.
Outline:
Section 1: The Importance of Talking About Sexual Orientation With Children and Adolescents
What It Is and Why We Should Talk About It
Why It Is Important to Discuss Sexual Orientation
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: How to Talk About Sexual Orientation
Create a Supportive and Accepting Environment
Talking Points and Strategies
How To Support LGBQ+ Children
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
ReferencesWriter: Pamela Green, LCSW RPT
Pamela Green is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist. She has devoted over fifteen years to helping children and families within vulnerable populations heal from and overcome the many obstacles they face. Pam also has extensive experience in Crisis Intervention as she was an Intensive Family Intervention Team Leader for five years and spent several years working with a Domestic Violence Intervention Program as an advocate and a therapist to help survivors heal from their traumatic experiences, navigate legal systems, and access much-needed resources to change their lives for the better. Pam also provided clinical direction and supervision as zone leader for a 10-county, community mental health agency for several years. In addition, she has experience in work rehabilitation for people with disabilities across a range of ages and disability types.
Subject Matter Expert: Ellen Kahn, M.S.S.
Ellen Kahn, M.S.S., is the Vice President of Programs and Partnerships at the Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization. Ellen has developed innovative programs and training curriculum for K-12 schools, child welfare organizations, and other institutions serving children, youth, and families, and is nationally recognized expert on LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion in healthcare, education, and human services.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Community Services.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.