Core for Social Workers provides a foundational understanding and skill set related to child welfare practice in California. The goal is to provide training that reflects real world application of knowledge and skill to daily child welfare practice. Additionally, Core for Social Workers allows participants to build a network of support with colleagues in Northern California as they work through the variety of key concepts and foundations of child welfare practice. All classes will take place at Hyatt House Airport Natomas in Sacramento, CA.
Cohort Course Schedule
This cohort will be held in-person at Hyatt House Airport Natomas in Sacramento, CA.
- Full day trainings: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Half-day trainings: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
COURSE MAKE-UP REQUESTS: In order to be enrolled in select courses within this cohort for make-up, please email your request to [email protected]
Module 1
- Orientation to CA Child Welfare Practice Mar. 9, 2027
- Intro to Child Development Mar. 10, 2027
- Trauma-Informed Practice Mar. 11, 2027
- Fairness and Equity Mar. 12, 2027
Module 2
- Child and Family Teaming Apr. 6, 2027
- Legal Procedures Apr. 7, 2027
- Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and Working with Native American Families and Tribes Apr. 8, 2027
Module 3
- Key Issues in Child Welfare May 4-5, 2027
- Cultural Humility in Child Welfare Interviews May 6, 2027
- Critical Thinking & Assessment May 7, 2027 (1/2 day)
Module 4
- Engagement & Interviewing Jun. 1, 2027
- Interviewing Children Jun. 2, 2027
- Child Maltreatment Identification Skills Lab Jun. 3-4, 2027
Module 5
- Structured Tools & Assessment Skills Lab Jul. 20-21, 2027
- SOP Foundational Institute Jul. 22-23, 2027
(The SOP Foundational Institute is not part of the statewide standardized Core requirements but is a regional addition. If students miss this class, they will still successfully complete Core.)
Module 6
- Teaming with Families to Develop Behavioral Case Plans Aug. 17, 2027
- Managing the Plan: Supporting Safety, Permanency and Well-Being Aug. 18, 2027
- Transition Practice Aug. 19, 2027
Please note: This schedule only lists the classroom requirements for the Core for Social Workers program. Please refer to the Core 3.5 Overview document for information on the full requirements of the program, including eLearnings and Field Activities.