The Child Welfare Institute is a branch of the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, which aims to enhance services to children, youth and families who have experienced or are at risk of abuse and neglect, through the provision of quality training and consultation.
Phone Number: 416.235.1246
Where they operate
Organization Type
Main Areas of Work
What They Do
Location
Canada
The Child Welfare Institute offers workshops and learning opportunities for individuals who are working with children at risk of maltreatment and vulnerable families as well as those who are interested in pursuing a career in these areas.
Workshops and training initiatives that are focused on include:
- Promoting on-the-job competencies;
- Enhancing clinical skills in working with at-risk children and families;
- Realizing evidence based practice and building research capacity;
- Organizing symposia in specialized topics;
- Advancing professional development and leadership competencies for front-line practioners and management;
- Enhancing student placement opportunities;
- Partnering with Universities and Colleges to provide advanced level training