SDM Full Training January 27-30, 2026

Date: January 27-30, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: SFNFCI Classroom 211 – 2553 Grasswood Road East. Saskatoon, SK. S7T 1C8

Cost: Free

** Please note that protection staff that utilize all six tools will be prioritized**

January 27-30, 2026, SFNFCI will be offering full SDM (Structured Decision Making) Training for workers in protection. The training is a combination of when and how to use the SDM assessments at different decision points in the life of a case.

SDM is a case management system used in the delivery of child protection services. The SDM system is comprised of six assessment tools: Intake Assessment; Safety Assessment; Risk Assessment; Family Strengths and Needs Assessment; Risk Reassessment; and Reunification Assessment.

The SDM model has laid out several core objectives: structure critical decision points; increased consistency in decision making; increased accuracy in decision making, and to inform policy and practice using data to improve case practice.

NOTE: 100% attendance is required to receive course certification.

Learner Expectations:

• Be aware that the training is 4 days, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Turning off your phones or putting them on silent throughout the training is expected
• Be ‘present’ and minimize distractions around you, you must participate in 100% of the course to receive your certificate of completion
• Demonstrate respectful behavior, remember all discussions are confidential
• Be prepared to listen and ask questions
• Bring paper and pen
• Print and bring copy of SDM Manual (press the link below for a copy of manual)
• SDM manual

For more information or if you have any questions regarding SDM Training and support please contact the SDM consultant team at sdm@sfnfci.ca