Training Calendar

Date

Session Timing

Multiagency Training Event

Venue

Where to apply/find application

15^th and 22^nd January 2025

16^th and 23^rd January 2025

9.30am-4.30pm

Safe and Together, 4 Day Core Training

CORE is a four-day training designed to provide a skills-oriented foundation for domestic abuse-informed practice. Each day will provide key skills and learnings for participants to implement the Safe & Together Model into their practice.

Each day of training provides experiential classroom training focused on the following foundational practice areas:

Day 1 - Assessment

Day 2 - Interviewing

Day 3 - Documentation

Day 4 - Case Planning

15^th and 22^nd January 2025 at The Bridge (Glasgow Road
Dumfries
DG2 9AW) Room G31

16^th and 23^rd January 2025 at North West Resource Centre (College Dr, Dumfries DG2 0BX) Nith Room

Training Registration Form

Please note this training is capped at 35 participants.

We will confirm in an email whether you are successful or not gaining a spot onto this training. If you have been unsuccessful this time it is due to the training number cap. If you are unsuccessful there will be another opportunity to attend this training in the future.

Once your position is confirmed on our training, it is a mandatory requirement to let us know if you can no longer attend our multi-agency training and the reason why. This is due to the fact our Multi-Agency training attracts significant preparation time, and we would like to maximise attendance.

If you can no longer attend our training, you may wish to consider nominating a staff member to attend on your behalf from your department. If you do this let us know by emailing publicprotectiontraining@dumgal.gov.uk. 

Thanks, Public Protection Team

Monday 20^th January 2025

9.30am to 4.30pm

One Day Transforming Connections Trauma Training

This free event is aimed at all people working in Scotland who are likely to come into contact with people who may have been affected by trauma.

The training aims to help attendees to understand:

•       Definition and prevalence of trauma

•       Ways that trauma can affect people, including impact on brain, body and behaviour

•       What trauma informed care is and how to trauma inform professional relationships

•       How to support people following traumatic events and help recovery

•       The importance of caring for our own well being

G31, The Bridge,

Glasgow Rd, Dumfries DG2 9AW

Training Registration Form

Please note: There is a number cap of 25.

Please note: This training has been advertised previously with minimal if any changes. So please double check you haven't previously attended prior to booking.

We will confirm in an email whether you are successful or not gaining a spot onto this training. If you have been unsuccessful this time it is due to the training number cap. If you are unsuccessful there will be another opportunity to attend this training in the future.

Important to Note: If you are successful in gaining a spot it is a requirement prior to attending the training to show evidence you have completed TURAS 'Developing your trauma skilled practice 1:understanding the impact of trauma and responding in a trauma informed way' e-learning module.

Dumfries and Galloway Council employees: The module is available on MyLearning. Log into My learning and Type 'Trauma Skilled' in the search bar.

NHS and Third sector employees: The module is available via the web address https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/. You would log on/ register to access the course.

On completion a CPD certificate is generated, and you would email your certificate to PublicProtectionTraining@dumgal.gov.uk at least 4 weeks in advance.

Email PublicProtectionTraining@dumgal.gov.uk to request an attachment for step-by-step instructions on how to access the developing your trauma skilled practice 1 e-learning module. 

Once your position is confirmed on our training, it is a mandatory requirement to let us know if you can no longer attend our multi-agency training and the reason why. This is due to the fact our multi-agency training attracts significant preparation time, and we would like to maximise attendance.  

If you can no longer attend our training, you may wish to consider nominating a staff member to attend on your behalf from your department. If you do this let us know by emailing publicprotectiontraining@dumgal.gov.uk.  

Thanks, Public Protection Team

Dumfries & Galloway ADP Principles of Harm Reduction

Our online training attracts attendees from a wide range of sectors and we encourage active
participation in our sessions through group discussions and by inviting individuals to offer
comments on issues relevant to their role. If you have any concerns about participating within
this interactive format please highlight this in the additional needs section of the booking form.

This course will provide you with an awareness of the main drug related harms and
understand the principles of harm reduction.

Overview

This online training aims to increase knowledge and awareness of the key issues relating to
alcohol use in Scotland. Participants will have the opportunity to consider harm reduction and
support strategies.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session participants will be able to:
• Define the principles of harm reduction and understand the background.
• Recall a range of harms caused by substance use and describe harms from specific
substances.
• Identify sources of support to reduce drug related harm and be able to signpost people
who use your service.

Principles of Harm Reduction

Please email: Mariem@sdf.org.uk if you have any general queries about this event.

Tuesday 4^th February 2025

Session 1 -9.30am to 1pm

Session 2-1.30pm to 4.30pm

Neglect Training (Child Protection)

Session 1 -9.30am to 1pm

(Raising Awareness: Open to everyone)

This session will cover:

• Understanding Neglect
• Types of Neglect
• Impact of Neglect on Children

Session 2-1.30pm to 4.30pm

(Specialist Training: For those using the toolkit as part of their assessments/contributing directly)

This session will cover:

• Assessment of Care Toolkit (and how to use it)

Kirkcudbright Main Chambers, Daar Road, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries, and Galloway DG6 4PJ

To book your spot Training Registration Form

Maximum capacity 28 participants

Please note: This training has been advertised previously with minimal if any changes. So please double check you haven't previously attended prior to booking.

We will confirm in an email whether you are successful or not gaining a spot onto this training. If you have been unsuccessful this time it is due to the training number cap. If you are unsuccessful there will be another opportunity to attend this training in the future.

Once your position is confirmed on our training, it is a mandatory requirement to let us know if you can no longer attend our multi-agency training and the reason why.

This is due to the fact our multi-agency training attracts significant preparation time, and we would like to maximise attendance.  

If you can no longer attend our training, you may wish to consider nominating a staff member to attend on your behalf from your department. If you do this let us know by emailing publicprotectiontraining@dumgal.gov.uk.  

Thanks, Public Protection Team

Tuesday 28^th January 2025

Or Tuesday 29^th April 2025

Or Thursday18^th September 2025 

28^th January 2025, 12.30pm to 2.00pm 

Or 29^th April 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm 

Or 18^th September 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm 

Lunch and Learn: Introduction to Psychological Trauma  

Join Rab MacColm, Lead Psychological Therapist for Psychology Trauma Services, NHS Dumfries and Galloway  to increase your understanding of:

·The nature of trauma  - what is it?

·The widespread impact of trauma

·How trauma affects people and their experiences and behaviour

·Support mechanisms

·What we can do - being trauma aware in the workplace

Either 28^th January 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

Or 29^th April 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm at Mountainhall Treatment Centre Lecture Theatre

Or 18^th September 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

To register contact Tom: thomas.cameron@nhs.scot

Please note booking is being coordinated by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Wednesday 26^th February or Wednesday 9^th April 2025

WEE MINDS MATTER
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS

INFANT OBSERVATION

(INDICATOR SET)

Either Wednesday 26^th February or Wednesday 9^th April 2025

Online (Teams) 

For more information contact: dg.infantmentalhealth@nhs.scot  

Please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/vpcMPrexE3

We are delivering each session twice so you only need register for one. These will be interactive learning sessions.

Please note booking is being coordianted by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Thursday 27^th February 2025

Thursday 22^nd May 2025  

Wednesday 29^th October 2025

27^th February 2025, 12.30-2.00pm on Teams

22^nd May 2025, 12.30-2.00pm at Mountainhall Treatment Centre Lecture Theatre

29^th October 2025, 12.30-2.00pm on Teams

Lunch and Learn: Self care in working with trauma

Join Nathan Mesnikoff, NHS Dumfries and Galloway Spiritual Care Lead to increase your understanding of:

·How stress is related to our fight or flight reactions

·How working with the traumatized can traumatize us (and how to lower that risk)

·The important difference between empathy and compassion

·Ways to support yourself and colleagues working in high-intensity environments including brief introductions to mindfulness, gratitude practices, and self-compassion.

Either 27^th February 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

Or 22^nd May 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm at Mountainhall Treatment Centre Lecture Theatre

Or 29^th October 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

To register contact Tom: thomas.cameron@nhs.scot

Please note booking is being coordinated by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Wednesday 5^th March or Wednesday 16^th April 2025

WEE MINDS MATTER
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS

DAD'S

Either Wednesday 5^th March or Wednesday 16^th April 2025 

Online (Teams) 

For more information contact: dg.infantmentalhealth@nhs.scot  

Please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/vpcMPrexE3

We are delivering each session twice so you only need register for one. These will be interactive learning sessions.

Please note booking is being coordianted by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Wednesday 12^th March or Wednesday 23^rd April 2025

WEE MINDS MATTER
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS

CIRCLE OF SECURITY

Either Wednesday 12^th March or Wednesday 23^rd April 2025

Online (Teams) 

For more information contact: dg.infantmentalhealth@nhs.scot  

Please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/vpcMPrexE3

We are delivering each session twice so you only need register for one. These will be interactive learning sessions.

Please note booking is being coordianted by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Thursday 13^th March 2025

Unaccompanied Asylum- Seeking Children Training

To book please

Email Samantha.Woodward@dumgal.gov.uk

Wednesday 19^th March or Wednesday 30^th April 2025

WEE MINDS MATTER
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS

HOW TO TALK ABOUT IMH
AND WEE MINDS MATTER

Either Wednesday 19^th March or Wednesday 30^th April 2025

Online (Teams) 

For more information contact: dg.infantmentalhealth@nhs.scot  

Please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/vpcMPrexE3

We are delivering each session twice so you only need register for one. These will be interactive learning sessions.

Please note booking is being coordianted by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

Thursday 20^th March 2025

To book please

Email Samantha.Woodward@dumgal.gov.uk

Tuesday 18^th March 2025 

Wednesday 18^th June 2025

Tuesday 18^th November 2025 

18^th March 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams

18^th June 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm at Lecture Theatre, Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary

18^th November 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams

Lunch and Learn: Resilience is between us, not just within us: Creating trauma resilient teams

Join James Lemon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Staff Psychological Services, NHS Dumfries and Galloway to increase your understanding of:

·How trauma can impact on team function

·The value of building empathy and connection in teams

·Building personal and team resilience

Either 18^th March 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

Or 18^th June 2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm at Lecture Theatre, Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary

Or 18^th November2025, 12.30pm-2.00pm on Teams (Online)

To register contact Tom: thomas.cameron@nhs.scot

Please note booking is being coordinated by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

WEE MINDS MATTER
WEDNESDAY WEBINARS

BRAIN DEVELOPMENT

Either Wednesday 26^th March or Wednesday 7^th May 2025

Online (Teams) 

For more information contact: dg.infantmentalhealth@nhs.scot  

Please register here: https://forms.office.com/e/vpcMPrexE3

We are delivering each session twice so you only need register for one. These will be interactive learning sessions.

Please note booking is being coordianted by the NHS and not the Public Protection Partnership.

17^th April 2025

26^th August 2025 

Scottish Drugs Forum

Dumfries and Galloway ADP
Mental Health & Substance Use

Our online training attracts attendees from a wide range of sectors and we encourage active participation in our sessions through group discussions and by inviting individuals to offer comments on issues relevant to their role. If you have any concerns about participating within this interactive format please highlight this in the additional needs section of the booking form.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session participants will be able to:

• Recall the prevalence of people with co-existing substance use and mental health
issues.
• Describe the relationship between mental health and substance use.
• Gain an overview of common mental health conditions.
• Identify the impact of stigma in relation to drug use and mental health.
• Identify how to support and signpost people affected by mental health and
substance use issues.
• Understand the importance of self-care when working in a support setting.

Either 17^th April 2025 or 26^th August 2025 on Teams (Online)

To book a place on the 17^th April 2025 session follow this link: Mental Health & Substance Use.

To book a place on the 26^th August 2025 session follow this link: Mental Health & Substance Use.

You may have to Create an Account if you don't already have one.

Please email: Mariem@sdf.org.uk if you have any general queries about this event.

Please make sure you can attend if you book a place. Courses are very popular so if you
find you are unable to make it then please let us know as soon as possible so we can
allocate your place to someone on the waiting list.

Please note booking is being coordinated by the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDS) and not the Public Protection Partnership.

7^th May 2025

Scottish Drugs Forum

Dumfries and Galloway ADP
Cocaine and Psychostimulants

This interactive online training aims to increase awareness, knowledge and provides an
opportunity to explore current and emerging trends with psychostimulants. Harm reduction and
support strategies will be explored.

Our online training attracts attendees from a wide range of sectors and we encourage active
participation in our sessions through group discussions and by inviting individuals to offer
comments on issues relevant to their role. If you have any concerns about participating within
this interactive format please highlight this in the additional needs section of the booking form.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session participants will be able to:

• Recall the current trends and emerging trends with psychostimulants including increases
to purity, adulterants, and stimulant type NPS.
• Give an overview of the key psychostimulants in use including cocaine, amphetamines,
ecstasy, and stimulant type NPS.
• Identify recreational and problematic psychostimulant use.
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of stimulant related overdose and identify how to
respond.
• Identify effective strategies and techniques for working with psychostimulant users
including harm reduction and sleep management.

To book a place please follow this link: COCAINE & PSYCHOSTIMULANTS. You may have
to Create an Account if you don't already have one.

Please email: Mariem@sdf.org.uk if you have any general queries about this event.

Please make sure you can attend if you book a place. Courses are very popular so if you
find you are unable to make it then please let us know as soon as possible so we can
allocate your place to someone on the waiting list.

Please note booking is being coordinated by the Scottish Drugs Forum (SDS) and not the Public Protection Partnership.

6^th November 2025

Scottish Drugs Forum

Dumfries and Galloway ADP

Understanding Stigma

Our online training attracts attendees from a wide range of sectors and we encourage active participation in our sessions through group discussions and by inviting individuals to offer comments on issues relevant to their role. If you have any concerns about participating within this interactive format please highlight this in the additional needs section of the booking form.

Overview

Stigma can have a profound impact upon the lives of people who use alcohol and other drugs or those who have a history of substance use. The impact of stigma can permeate numerous aspects of a person's life such as their health and wellbeing, relationships, education and employment prospects and socioeconomic status.

Commonly, family, friends, service providers and institutions often place numerous expectations on people who use substances to engage in change behaviour, however, the social context that creates and perpetuates the cycle of stigma is rarely considered or challenged. Through developing a greater awareness of the wider context that the cycle of stigma fosters and exploring our own role in reinforcing and challenging stigma, participants can identify new approaches for fostering enhanced relationships with service users.

Aim

This one-day training will give participants a distinct set of knowledge and skills to help them understand and
address alcohol and drug-related stigma.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session participants will be able to:

• Describe the impact of stigma on people who use substances, people in treatment or in recovery from
substance use
• Recall language which de-stigmatises people affected by substance use.
• Describe how stigma and discrimination impact on the quality and effectiveness of service delivery.
• Identify institutional and structural stigma attached to people who use substances, people in treatment or
in recovery from substance use.

To book a place please follow this link: UNDERSTANDING STIGMA. You may have to Create an Account if you don't already have one.

Please email: Mariem@sdf.org.uk if you have any general queries about this event.

Please make sure you can attend if you book a place. Courses are very popular so if you find you are
unable to make it then please let us know as soon as possible so we can allocate your place to
someone on the waiting list.