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Reunification Therapist Certification Training |
OVERVIEW
This innovative certification training is specifically designed for behavioral health professionals dedicated to facilitating family reunification, particularly in the aftermath of custody disputes or family separations. The program provides professionals with the essential knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the complex dynamics involved in reuniting families.
The training covers the core principles of reunification therapy, starting with a solid understanding of its goals and the therapist's role in reshaping family relationships. Participants will gain crucial insights into the legal and ethical issues unique to this field, ensuring that their practice aligns with both professional standards and the expectations of the court system. With a focus on assessment and evaluation, the program equips therapists to identify underlying family issues, assess individual family members' needs, and address critical safety concerns, including domestic violence and coercive control. The curriculum explores a range of reunification therapy models, blending theoretical frameworks with practical strategies suitable for both collaborative and court-ordered reunification efforts. A key component of the program is dedicated to parent education, coaching, and child-centered approaches, providing therapists with tools to foster positive parent-child interactions and integrate therapeutic techniques, such as play therapy. Recognizing the importance of cultural competence, the CFRS Program addresses the needs of families and individuals from varying backgrounds and needs. |
Family Reunification Specialist Training (CFRS) |
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PREREQUITES: The Certified Family Reunification Specialist (CFRS) Training is open to individuals with a minimum of a master's degree in the mental health field (or currently enrolled in their masters degree practicum/internship). Licensure in your state/jurisdiction is preferred, but not mandatory. CONTENT AREA: Intermediate. Participants should have a basic understanding of child development, family dynamics, and ethical considerations in working with families. Experience in counseling, education, or a related field is beneficial, as the program builds on these foundational skills to enhance participants' ability to effectively support parents. | COURSE DELIVERY FORMAT: Live interactive webinar presentation. Attendees & presenters may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussions. Course Completion and CE Information: Upon completion of the program, which includes homework and a final examination, participants will receive an Accredited Certificate of Completion and will be entitled to use the title “Certified Family Reunification Specialist”. This is a 12 hour course. Partial credit is not permitted. To earn CE credit, participants must be on time, sign in/out, and attend the full 6 hours on both days, and complete a course evaluation to receive CE hours. Certificates of completion will be emailed within 5-7 business days of course completion. |