Stormbirds (ONLINE) - Disaster Resilience for Children & Young People Companion Training
The most helpful parts of the training were the specific discussions about natural disasters & the secondary impacts, not only for children & young people, but the entire communities
Description
This online professional learning program 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 the 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.
Included in program fee of $750: Companion manual and program journal(s), and GST.
Outcome
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 and 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
Choose the session date that best suits you from the options below, then choose your resource package and complete your registration to secure your place. Please note you will need to be signed in/signed up first. You can click the button in top right to sign up or sign in.
Step 3) Then Choose Your Learning Materials Bundle
Your training package 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 day training attendance is required.
Before You Attend
Please attend the online training on your own device with camera and microphone. It is an expectation that all participants will engage fully in the training.
All time are in Sydney, NSW time.
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.