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Life Story Work

This training course provides information on what life story work is and why it is important for care experienced children and young people. It highlights the differences between formal and informal approaches to life story work and how to use them effectively to support identity and healing.

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Course Content

This course will discuss a variety of topics including:

  • An introduction to Life Story Work
  • Identifying the challenges children have with Life Story Work
  • Understanding identity, how it is developed and how it can be rebuilt
  • Discussing the different types of Life Story Work 
  • Exploring the different tools used for Life Story Work
  • Knowing how to recognise and respond to triggers
  • Understanding how to support disclosures
  • Analysis of Life Story Work case studies

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Define life story work and understand its importance for care-experienced children
  • Understand how life story work can help a child in care make sense of their identity
  • Recognise the differences between formal and informal life story work
  • Know how to complete life story work and what to include
  • Understand the importance of life narratives
  • Know best practices and how to support a child participating in life story work

Benefits of the Course

  • CPD Accredited
  • Qualified expert trainers
  • Updates in line with current regulations and policies
  • Flexible delivery options: face-to-face or webinar
  • Industry recognised certification

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All our courses are CPD verified and reviewed annually by leading subject matter experts. Each programme is refreshed with the latest research and best practice, ensuring you receive training that’s accurate, relevant, and consistently up to date.

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“Natalia was very easy to talk to and really encourages everyone to interact.”

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“Great Trainer. Didn’t rush and gave everyone a chance to speak. Also included the less talkative ones and helped them engage a little more. Thank you!”

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