Peer Partners

The Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice’s Peer Partner Program offers a variety of trainings specifically designed to prepare and support professional peer representatives working in Wraparound programs, child welfare, child abuse prevention and systems of care. Trainings are tailored to the unique needs of counties and agencies and support the mutual integration of lived experience and professional collaboration. They provide a strong foundation for practice and skill development, equipping peer partners (both youth and parent) to move beyond symbolic roles and actively engage in shaping family-centered systems. Through this learning, peer partners are empowered to guide best practices and raise the standard of care.

In addition to foundational training, peer partners (both youth and parent) are encouraged to explore a broader range of course offerings. These classes may include topics not labeled exclusively for peer partners but are intentionally selected to enhance your ability to support and advocate alongside youth, families and teams. Many of these training courses offer valuable perspectives, strategies, and tools that deepen your knowledge, elevate your voice, and strengthen your capacity to contribute meaningfully to programs, policies, and practice.

Scheduled Sections Open for Enrollment

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Clinicians in Wraparound
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Impact of Trauma on Early Child Development (0-5)
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Kin-first Academy: Best Practices in Policies and Implementation
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CQI in Wraparound
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September 2025: Elevating Those We Serve: Building Trust with Historically Underserved Communities Enroll Now
Neuroscience of Wraparound
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CSEC for Peer Support Staff: Advocacy, Strategies and Understanding the Clinical Needs
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Natural Supports Skills Lab Enroll Now
ECHO: Engagement using the FAIR Model Enroll Now
October 2025: Understanding the System of Care: An Overview for Peer Partners and Community Partners
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Plan of Care Skills Lab
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Parent Partners: Building Resilience with Hope and Healing (Virtual Training)
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Children's Mental Health Disorders (0-5)
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Partnering with Education in Wraparound
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Anti-Racist Practice: Disproportionality & Systemic Racism Course for Wraparound
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SOGIE: Creating a Safe and Equitable Community Enroll Now
Adverse Childhood Experiences Survey (ACES) and Trauma Informed Care Wait List
Peer Partners: Roles, Strategies, and Community
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Safety and Crisis Planning Skills Lab
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The Strengthening Families Five Protective Factors Framework
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Kin-first Academy: Best Practices in Policies and Implementation
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Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) Overview & Tribal Engagement in Teaming Best Practices Wait List
Specialized Permanency Services: Fostering Lifelong Connections
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Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth and Families with Compassion and Impartiality
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SOP Overview for Peer Partners
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The Neuroscience of Trauma: Understanding Psychological Wounds Through the Lens of Neurophysiology 
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