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CH 20/233

Event Type(s)

Course

Event Description

This 2 day course provides you with an introduction of the BRIEF solution focused approach. It explores ways of finding solutions to every day issues and challenges that we are presented with when working with children and their families where there are complex needs. The solution approach enables families to achieve manageable goals through their preferred future. During this course a number of methods will be used to facilitate learning including role play, group exercises and working examples of practice. It will enable those using the signs of safety approach to develop 'best questions'.

Training Objectives

The aim of this course is to give you an overview of the Solution Focused process underpinned by theory and best practice and how to use questioning in work with children and families in an effective ways.

This is an introductory course which is designed to give you a working start in the skills and techniques of a Solution Focused Approach which can then be developed and embedded through practice experience.

Learning Outcomes

If you apply what you have learnt on this course you will be able to:

Use solution focused questioning as an intervention method with children and families

State the core elements of a Solution Focused Approach

Apply Solution Focused questioning in first, second and subsequent sessions

Implement ways of managing challenging or stuck situations using a Solution Focused Approach

Offer constructive feedback to children, families and colleagues

Identify how you could use a Solution Focused Approach within your own work setting

Course Pre-Requisites

You will be working in a setting where you are undertaking direct work with children.

Subject Areas

Children and Young People

Target Audience

Trainers

Course Owner

Learning and Development Admin (learninganddevelopment@westsussex.gov.uk)

Course Costs

Internal LA Cost: £0

PVI/Care Provider Cost: £0

Partnership Cost: £140

External Cost: £200