We are pleased to offer you, our Orange County residents, free classes in English and Spanish to enhance your parenting skills, strengthen your support network, and increase your understanding of the children in your care.
- Find the class that you would like to take.
- Click on the Registration Link under the class title.
- Complete all the registration questions.
- You will receive a return email about joining the class.
Before the training starts:
- Refer to the "How to Enroll" guide above to get started.
- Download the Zoom app to access the workshop on a device (computer or phone) that has a camera and a microphone. Click on this link to download Zoom to your device: https://zoom.us/download.
- You do not need to sign up/register for a Zoom account to log in to the training - you only need to download the app if you will be joining from a smartphone or tablet.
- You must be available for the entire duration of the designated training hours.
- You must be able to participate the entire duration of the class undisturbed at a quiet location where your face is visible via video and where you are able to type responses.
- Log-on on time. Admittance to the class will close 15 minutes after the start time.
- Everyone can see everything you are doing, so please be mindful of your surroundings. Please refrain from "lounging" or laying down while in class.
- Just as childcare is not provided for onsite FKCE classes, please refrain from having your children, other family members, or anyone who is not registered for the workshop in the virtual class with you. If childcare is an issue, please select a workshop time where you can participate undisturbed.
- Please do not multi-task while on the call. You must give your full attention to this important training.
- Please make sure you are at a stationary location. Do not participate in class while you are driving. Do not participate in the class while you are walking, doing household chores, or any other activity where you are moving between locations.
- Active participation is required. If you have challenges with typing in the chat box, please have paper and pen ready so you can write your responses and show them on screen.
NOTE: Your certificate will be emailed to you as a PDF.
You must pre-register to ensure your place in the class. All Foster & Kinship Care Education classes are free.
Please note that all approved resource caregivers must do eight training hours every year.
How to register:
Open the "Classes" or "Clases en Español" page and view or print the Schedule of Classes. Select your classes. Follow the registration instructions listed under the location of your class.
NOTE: There must be at least two participants for classes to be held. Classes start promptly at the start time indicated in the catalog. In order to receive the full credit hours for a class, you must arrive on time and attend the entire class.
Canceling your registration: If you need to cancel your registration, please email or call your registration site and update your status.
Priority registration is given to Resource Families (prospective, new and/or licensed) and respite caregivers. However, space permitting, most of our classes are open to the community. We encourage social services staff, juvenile probation officers, group home staff, foster family agency homes (FFAs), and family and friends of resource families to participate in our classes. Children are welcome when childcare is offered.
If you require disability accommodation to participate in a class, please contact the Saddleback College FKCE program office at scfkce@saddleback.edu at least 14 days prior to the class for assistance.
Schedule of Classes
NOTE: After registering for these classes, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the class.
Online Zoom Meetings
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® Part 1: Intro & Overview
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Friday, March 1, 6 - 8 p.m.
Turning Dreams into Degrees
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Understanding and Responding to Sexualized Behaviors
David Adams, Psy.D, LPCC, BCBA-D
Saturday, March 2, 9 - 11 a.m.
All About OC Social Services Agency and Community Resources
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Monday, March 4, 6 - 8 p.m.
Prudent Parenting
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Monday, March 4, 6 - 8 p.m.
Raising Financially Responsible Youth: A Look at Money Managemnet Basics Every Young Person Should Know
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Tuesday, March 5, 6 - 8 p.m.
CSEC - Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Tuesday, March 5, 6 - 8 p.m.
Cycle Breaker Cycle Maker - Helping Girls Build a Healthy Identity
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Wednesday, March 6, 6 - 8 p.m.
Grief and Loss in Foster Care
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Thursday, March 7, 6 - 8 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® Part 2: Connecting Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Friday, March 8, 6 - 8 p.m.
Positive Discipline for Traumatized Children
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Saturday, March 9, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Learning Circle for Resource Parents - Attachment
Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Monday, March 11, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Working with Birth Parents
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Monday, March 11, 6 - 8 p.m.
Fostering as a Single Parent
Alicia McCormick, M.A.
Tuesday, March 12, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Family Matters: Relatives Raising Children
Rick Bazant, Psy. D
Wednesday, March 13, 6 - 8 p.m.
Managing Everyday Behaviors
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Wednesday, March 13, 6 - 8 p.m.
Getting Along with Others
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Thursday, March 14, 6 - 8 p.m.
Learning Circle for Resource Parents - Attachment
Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Friday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® Part 3: Empowering Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Friday, March 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
Psychotropic Medication for Children and Youth in Foster Care
Xochitl Major, Psy.D, LFMT
Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® Part 4: Correcting Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Saturday, March 23, 6 - 8 p.m.
Online Zoom Meetings
Parenting During Uncertain Times
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Monday, April 1, 6 - 8 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® - Part 1: Intro & Overview
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Tuesday, April 2, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Swipe Right: Empowering Caregivers to Guide their Child’s Social Media Use
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Tuesday, April 2, 6 - 8 p.m.
All About OC Social Services Agency and Community Resources
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Wednesday, April 3, 6 - 8 p.m.
Raising Financially Responsible Youth: A Look at Money Management Basics Every Young Person Should Know
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Thursday, April 4, 6 - 8 p.m.
Lying, Stealing, and Hoarding
David Adams, Psy.D, LPCC, BCBA-D
Saturday, April 6, 9 - 11 a.m.
Learning Circle for Resource Parents - Partnering with Birth Parents
Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Monday, April 8 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® - Part 2: Connecting Principles
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Tuesday, April 9, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
CSEC-Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Tuesday, April 9, 6 - 8 p.m.
Child Development
Rick Bazant, Psy. D
Wednesday, April 10, 6 - 8 p.m.
Prudent Parenting
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Wednesday, April 10, 6 - 8 p.m.
Strategies for Success: Q and A with a Behavioral Expert
David Adams, Psy.D, LPCC, BCBA-D
Saturday, April 13, 9 - 11 a.m.
Positive Discipline for Preschoolers
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® - Part 3: Empowering Principles
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Tuesday, April 16, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Building Self-Esteem and Character in the Traumatized Child
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Wednesday, April 17, 6 - 8 p.m.
Anger Management
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Thursday, April 18, 6 - 8 p.m.
Child and Adolescent Development
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Saturday, April 20, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Psychotropic Medication for Children and Youth in Foster Care
Xochitl Major, Psy.D, LFMT
Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Domestic Violence
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Monday, April 22, 6 - 8 p.m.
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® - Part 4: Correcting Principles
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Tuesday, April 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
LGBT Youth: Creating Safe Spaces
Robert Waddington, M.S.W.
Tuesday, April 23, 6 - 8 p.m.
Learning Circle for Resource Parents - Partnering with Birth Parents
Erin Kim, Resource Parent Mentor
Friday, April 26, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Navigating the World of Autism
David Adams, Psy.D, LPCC, BCBA-D
Saturday, April 27, 9 - 11 a.m.
Cycle Breaker Cycle Maker - Helping Girls Build a Healthy Identity
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Monday, April 29, 6 - 8 p.m.
Parenting During Uncertain Times
Roylyn Burton, M.A.
Tuesday, April 30, 6 - 8 p.m.
In-Person Meetings
Finding Balance: Caring for Yourself While You Care for Others
Patty Rex, Olive Crest
Monday, April 1, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Olive Crest
2130 E. 4th Street, Suite 200, Santa Ana 92705
To register: email Patricia Rex at patricia-rex@olivecrest.org or call (714) 361-4370
*No childcare will be provided
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI® - Part 3: Empowering Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Saturday, April 6 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Class held at Scholarship Prep-Grand
1821 N.Grand Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
To register please call (714) 244-0240 or email kcrowe@scholarschipschools.org
Finding Balance: Caring for Yourself While You Care for Others
Patty Rex, Olive Crest
Monday, April 8, 6 - 8 p.m.
Olive Crest
2130 E. 4th Street, Suite 200, Santa Ana 92705
To register: email Patricia Rex at patricia-rex@olivecrest.org or call (714) 361-4370
NOTE: No childcare will be provided
Adult Attachment
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Wednesday, April 10, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saddleback Church- Peace Center
1 Purpose Drive Lake Forest, CA 92630
NOTE: Lunch will be provided
Managing Meltdowns
Tristen McGhee, RD, TBRI Practitioner & Adoptive Mom
Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saddleback Church- Peace Center
1 Purpose Drive Lake Forest, CA 92630
NOTE: Lunch will be provided
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI ® - Part 4: Correcting Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Class held at Scholarship Prep-Grand
1821 N.Grand Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
To register please call (714) 244-0240 or email kcrowe@scholarschipschools.org
Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI ® - Part 3: Empowering Principles
Caroline Ano, M.S.W.
Wednesday, April 24, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Class held at Scholarship Prep-Grand
1821 N.Grand Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
To register please call (714) 244-0240 or email kcrowe@scholarschipschools.org