Ethical Adoption Practices for Healthcare Workers and other Professionals
Parents facing an unplanned pregnancy may feel overwhelmed when making decisions about their parenting options. Professionals who support them play an important role in ensuring that they receive accurate, unbiased information and ethical, non-directive support when deciding what path may be best for them. This training provides the opportunity for those working in the community to be educated about current ethical considerations in adoption practice. Attendees will gain understanding into current adoption process, learn how to recognize personal biases, and gain the skills needed to better support individuals considering adoption as one of their options.
Date: May 8th 10am – 11:30am
Location: Virtual
Cost: FREE
CEU’s: 1.5 CAT I Ethics CEU’s
About the Trainer:
This training will be provided by Barker’s Adoption Counselor and Clinical Support Specialist, Lara Jones, LMSW. Lara supports expectant parents, as well as individuals who are already parenting, who are considering making an adoption plan for their child/ren. She believes strongly in the ethics that surround decision-making and enjoys being an advocate for children and families.
