Stormbirds (F2F) - Disaster Resilience for Children & Young People Companion Training
Description
Outcome
This in-person training prepares educators, wellbeing staff and community professionals to facilitate Stormbirds groups within schools and community settings.
Delivered by an authorised MacKillop Seasons trainer, the training provides participants with knowledge, confidence and practical skills to support children and young people as they navigate disruption, loss, uncertainty and recovery.
By completing the training, participants will be equipped to facilitate the Stormbirds program and help build resilience, connection and hope within their communities. For more information read about the Stormbirds Program.
You will:
- Develop an understanding of how disasters can affect children & young people.
- Learn practical strategies to support recovery, resilience and wellbeing.
- Build confidence in facilitating the Stormbirds small-group program.
- Explore ways to create safe & supportive spaces for children to share experiences.
- Gain access to resources that support implementation in schools and communities.
- Strengthen capacity to respond to community recovery and preparedness.
Step 1) Sign in/Sign up & Navigate Back to This Page
Step 2) Select Your Training Date Below
Step 3) Then Choose Your Learning Materials Bundle
Your training package fee of $1050 includes the resources needed to begin delivering Stormbirds:
- 1 Stormbirds Companion Manual
- 1 Stormbirds Journal Level 1 (Ages 6–10 years)
- 1 Stormbirds Journal Level 2 (Ages 11–14 years)
Step 4) Proceed to Checkout (invoice, card & voucher options available)
Certification Requirements
To become a certified Stormbirds Companion, participants must:
• Attend the full day training program
• Complete the required pre-reading activities
• Complete the pre-training survey
Please note that certification cannot be provided for partial attendance. Full training attendance is required.
Before You Attend
After registration, you will receive:
• A link to the required pre-reading materials
• A pre-training survey
• Information from your qualified Seasons Trainer to help you prepare
Please complete these activities before attending the training as they help us tailor the learning experience to participants' needs.