Structured Decision Making Training
Dates: May 13-16, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day (lunch 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Doors will open at 8:30 so there is time to get settled as we will start promptly at 9:00AM.
Materials: SFNFCI provides SDM manual, materials, lunch, and snacks
Cost: Free
Max participants: 20 (current registration is full)
Registrations will only be accepted on the website.
**Please note that protection staff that utilize all six tools will be prioritized.
Join the SDM Consultant Team for an in-person, full SDM training, May 13-16, 2025. The SDM model brings structure and consistency to important decision points in Child Protection Casework using assessment tools that are objective, comprehensive, and easy to use.
The SDM model has structured tools, and each tool will provide a specific recommendation about what to do after you have completed interviews and information gathering with the family and collaterals. Each SDM assessment is connected to a question about the case, or a decision that needs to be made. The SDM model is described as guiding decisions and does not replace clinical skills. It depends upon good interview and observation skills to conduct thorough assessments.
100% attendance is required to receive a certificate of completion.
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
