CWDS Curriculum
SAFETY PLANNING FOR FAMILIES WITH INFANTS
Level: Advanced Practice
Credits: 6
Intended Audience: This course is intended for Child Welfare staff at all levels.
Description of Course: This course utilizes lecture, small group activities, and discussions
Intended Objectives:
- Identify specific safety threats (dangers) to infants with whom they work during safety planning;
- Make rigorous safety plans with families with infants;
- Use specific strategies for enhancing family participation in safety planning; and
- Supervise, coach, and promote continuous quality improvement for this work going forward.
Topics Include:
- SOP
- SDM
- Solution Focused Questions
- Building Relationships
- Balanced Assessments
- Infant Safety
Assessment and Investigation