Check out our Training and Workshops that IDN offers!
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
To help us plan future training needs, please complete our Training Needs Survey.
UPCOMING TRAININGS
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OCTOBER
7th - ACEs 101: UNDERSTANDING ACEs
14th - ACEs 102: OVERCOMING ACEs
21st - ACEs 103: PREVENTING ACEs
NOVEMBER
18th - YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
DECEMBER
1st - BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS & RESILIENCE
OCTOBER ACEs TRAINING SERIES
ACEs 101: Understanding ACEs
Date: October 7, 2026 | 3:00-4:00pm
ACEs 102: Overcoming ACEs
Date: October 14, 2026 | 3:00-4:00pm
ACEs 103: Preventing ACEs
Date: October 21, 2026 | 3:00-4:00pm
Trainers: Corey Beahm & John Barton
Location: Zoom
Description: The youth you work with may struggle with the traumatic effects of
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). We invite you to learn about ACEs and
the impact ACEs have on brain development and behavior. ACEs often interfere with
school success and can negatively impact participation in activities, events,
school, relationships, overall wellness, and life outcomes.
This ACEs training series is intended to help caregivers and adults who serve youth better understand the impact of ACEs and to learn some best-practice strategies to help youth and families overcome and prevent the future occurrence of ACEs, changing lives in a
positive direction. This training series is brought to you through funding provided by
the Milan Puskar Foundation, Benedum, and TGKVF.
*STARS credit, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Nursing, Social Work,
and Addictions CEUs offered! If you wish to receive STARS credit, please
register on the STARS Portal at www.wvstars.org*
IDN is partnering with Marshall University School Health Technical Assistance
Center (MUSHTAC) to offer continuing education units (CEUs) for Alcohol and
Drug Counselor (ADC) and Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (AADC).
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
Date: November 18, 2026 | 8:30am-4:30pm
Trainers: Nick Larson, Laren Iezzi & Dr. Barb Brady
Location: CED Morgantown | 959 Hartman Run Rd, Morgantown, WV 26505
IDN is pleased to offer the first of three Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings as part of a strategic partnership with the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities.
Description: Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is an interactive, skills-based training
course that teaches participants about common adolescent mental health issues and teaches a five step process on how to identify, understand and respond to these youth issues. Participants are able to practice using the skills to build confidence in supporting youth. Those who successfully complete the course earn a Mental Health First Aider Certificate. Nursing CEUs and Graduate credit can be offered as an option.
Objectives:
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Describe the PURPOSE of Youth Mental Health First Aid and the ROLE of the Youth Mental Health First Aider.
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Recognize the SIGNS and SYMPTOMS of mental health challenges that may impact youth.
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Explain the role of RESILIENCE and the impact of traumatic experiences on adolescent development.
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Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in CRISIS and NON-CRISIS scenarios.
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Practice appropriate methods for SELF-CARE following the application of
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Youth Mental Health First Aid in a crisis or non-crisis situation.
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS & RESILIENCE
Date: December 1st, 2026 | 11:30am-1pm
Trainer: Dr. Barb Brady
Location: Zoom
Description: Every child is one caring adult away from a success story. Developmental relationships are the foundation that helps young people discover who they are, build essential life skills, and become their best selves. When children have healthy, supportive relationships with caring adults, they are more likely to succeed in youth and thrive into productive adulthood.
Developmental relationships are strong, intentional connections through which young
people gain confidence, cultivate their strengths, and learn how to navigate and contribute
to the world around them. These relationships benefit youth of all ages, races, and
socioeconomic backgrounds—helping them move beyond simply surviving to truly
thriving. This training focuses on the key elements of healthy developmental relationships
and equips supportive adults with practical strategies to build resilience and protective
factors that empower young people to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Objectives:
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Review research about healthy adult/youth relationship outcomes.
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Identify and discuss key elements of healthy adult/youth relationships.
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Review nonjudgement listening and effective feedback practices that form healthyadult/youth connections.
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Review and discuss the 7 keys to building resilience.
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Identify 7 positive experiences that help youth thrive and achieve positive outcomes.
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Review protective factors and discuss the mentor’s role with connecting youth
*LPC CEUs Offered! Nursing, Social Work, & Addictions CEUs Pending*
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
