2011 Adopt Hope Professional Workshop and Discussion Series
Adoption Rhode Island is pleased to present Adopt Hope - a Professional Workshop and Discussion Series. This four-part series will be held on Thursdays from 11:30 - 1:00pm on March 31, May 12, Sept 15 and Nov 3, 20100. 1.5 CEU's will be earned for social workers with advance registration. Cost: $20 per workshop. Please click here for workshop topics, details and registration information.

The Adoption and Foster Care Certificate Program
Adoption Rhode Island, DCYF and Rhode Island College which make up the Adoption and Foster Care Educational Collaborative launched THE ADOPTION and FOSTER CARE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM to offer additional training to area professionals. The mission of the program is to build the skills and knowledge of community-based clinicians, social service providers, educators, and people whose lives are touched by adoption. The program promotes a resilience and strengths perspective that enhances and sustains functional family connections. The courses are offered through the Rhode Island School of Social Work Continuing Education Program and are held at the college.

To review the 2011 schedule and to print out the registration form, visit the Rhode Island College School of Social Work website or click here for their Continuing Education Flyer.

For questions about registration, call Rhode Island College at (401) 456-8761. To learn more about the Certificate Program, you can also link to Adoption Rhode Island's brochure.