Attachment Theory

Overview

The course is aimed at improving both theoretical & practical knowledge of Attachment within a foster placement in order to prevent placement breakdown in the continuation of the placement.

Who is Attachment Theory aimed at?

Predominantly Foster carers Residential workers Early years workers Social workers / assistant social workers Teachers in Pupil Research Units

Course Length

1 day

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, participants will:

• be able to list the different attachment patterns and explain how they develop in children
• know the possible signs in children of all ages of the different patterns of attachment
• have a range of strategies in supporting children develop secure attachments and begin to recover from trauma.