George Street Neighbourhood Association Incorporated
EARLY YEARS HEALTH & WELLBEING TEAM
presents…
FAMILY SYSTEMS TRAINING
KNOW YOUR CHILD
Parenting is
experiences.
a
kaleidoscope
of
different
T R A I N I N G
Session 1:
M O D U L E
3
Date:
Monday 21st February 2011
From the birth of a child parents are often faced
with the perplexities of nurturing, raising and
grooming their children and there’s no training
manual for parenting.
Time:
9:30am – 12:30pm
Date:
Monday 21st February 2011
In this process, we as parents reach out to every
possible resource to understand and contribute to
our child’s life. Early Years Health & Wellbeing
Team brings to you a new approach to family
systems and relationships.
Time:
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Or
Session 2:
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Session 1:
4
Date:
Tuesday 22nd February 2011
Time
9:30am – 12:30 pm
OUR AIM
Our aim is to present six sessions featuring key
principles in building relationships within the
family and bringing forth unimaginable changes in
your child’s life...
M O D U L E
Or
Session 2:
Date:
Tuesday 22nd February 2011
Time:
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Location:
New Life Centre
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
75 Evans Ave
Nth Mackay
Target Group:
Parents, Principals, Teachers and Teaching Support
Staff of children from P-3 from our four target
schools: Victoria Park, Central, West and Sarina State
Schools.
Non-Target Group:
Interested community members and organisations in
the Mackay Region.
Contact: Donna Beckett
Early Years Health & Wellbeing Facilitator
Shakespeare Child & Family Centre
Telephone No: (07) 49 577 222
Email: s.eyfac@georgestreetnc.org.au
Cost:
$15 per person (target group)
$30 per person (non-target group)
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D A T E S
Module 5: Monday 11th April
M O D U L E S
5
&
6
Module 6: Tuesday 12th April
Register by Friday prior to training dates 2011
*Concessions may apply
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FAMILY SYSTEMS TRAINING
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
MODULE 4
MODULE 1
An Introduction To Family Systems (A new way of
looking at Relationships)/Introduce Genograms (A
pictorial representation of healthy/unhealthy families)
An Introduction to Genograms ( A Pictorial Representation
of the Family/ Characteristics of Healthy and Unhealthy
Families)
• To examine the forces that operated in the family of
origin
•
To introduce the concept of systems thinking
•
To explore the limitations of a linear approach in
solving challenging behaviour
•
To explore current family behaviours within the context
of the family of origin
•
To identify the different roles family members play
to maintain equilibrium
•
To explore characteristics of healthy family
•
To introduce the concept that when one member in
the family under- functions others compensate
through over functioning
•
To examine characteristics of dysfunctional family
•
To identify and explore family rules- both spoken and
unspoken
•
To learn to construct ones’ family Genogram
•
To view the ‘problem child’ as a symptom bearer
of the family rather than as the ‘problem’
•
To introduce the concept of family Genogram and
its symbols
MODULE 2
The Role Of Anxiety In Shaping Behaviour (Managing
anxiety in Relationships)
•
To explore the effect of anxiety on the human brain
•
To identify the ways in which anxiety shapes
behaviour
•
To identify the links between anxiety and anger and
introduce self soothing strategies
•
To compare
boundaries
and
•
To introduce
boundaries
a
contrast
rigid
versus
flexible
MODULE 5
Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills
•
To introduce the different levels of communication
within families
•
To explore the ground rules for effective communication
•
To introduce a simple model for communication
•
To introduce the concept that
disappointment of unmet needs
•
To explore the ground rules for fair fighting
conflict
is
the
MODULE 6
Principles In Parenting / Building Self-esteem and
Individuality in Children
•
To explore parental role modelling in behavioural
development
MODULE 3
•
Murray Bowens’ Seven Interlocking Principles That
Operate Within Families (Learning to have close
relationships without losing a sense of self)
To gain an understanding
parenting styles
•
To explore parenting roles in shaping behaviour
•
To examine the components of ‘good enough parenting’
•
To explore ways in which a child’s individuality can be
fostered
•
To identify and explore essential components that build
self-esteem in children
simple
technique
of
drawing
•
To explore how triangles are formed in relationships
•
To introduce the concept that behavioural patterns
are passed down from generation to generation
•
To identify the links between sibling position and the
shaping of personality
•
To introduce the concept of having intimacy without
having to give up the sense of self
•
To examine the idea that unresolved issues in one
relationship repeat themselves in other relationships
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of
different
kinds
of
Early Years Health & Wellbeing Program is Funded by the
Office for Early Childhood Education and Care
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FAMILY SYSTEMS TRAINING
WHO IS THE TRAINER?
Your facilitator for this training is Jude Morris, a counsellor,
psychotherapist and trainer who has run workshops in 10 countries
across 4 continents. Jude holds post graduate qualifications in
Psychotherapy and Counselling and undergraduate qualifications in
Family Therapy. He currently runs his own counselling practice –
Cai Alpha Counselling Services – in the Canberra region.
In previous years Jude was also involved in running training
programs on the Foundations of Family Therapy for the Institute for
the Nations in Canberra. He now trains internationally in countries
like Malaysia, Singapore, USA, South Korea, The Philippines,
Switzerland, Mongolia, India, and The Fiji Islands.
Testimony from a satisfied client...
“Jude Morris is a frequent speaker in the Family therapy school here in Kona. Mr. Morris not
only has the ability to speak authoritatively on counselling issues but also has the rare gift to
teach cross culturally, which is highly valued in our multi – cultural counselling schools. I
would highly recommend him as a speaker on the subjects of relationships, family issues and
addictions”.
Robin Kendrick, Counselling Schools Coordinator, University of the Nations, Kona, Hawaii, USA.
To find out more about Jude Morris visit his website at www.caialphacounselling.com.au
WILL YOU RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE?
All attendees will receive a Statement of Attendance, outlining the six modules covered during
the training.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER TRAINING?
To create a core group of parent leaders which will be named “PLEY” (Parent Leaders Early
Years) in each of the schools. These groups will provide mentoring, support, and
encouragement to other parents within their school communities in order to foster healthy
relationships in families. This will provide the opportunity to “know our children” and journey
with them to build a powerful generation of young people.
N.B. Dates for future training sessions will be decided at the first training session.
Contact: Donna Beckett
Early Years Health & Wellbeing Facilitator
Shakespeare Child & Family Centre •
Telephone No: (07) 49 577 222
Email: s.eyfac@georgestreetnc.org.au
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George Street Neighbourhood Association Incorporated
EARLY YEARS HEALTH & WELLBEING TEAM
Registration Form...
FAMILY SYSTEMS TRAINING
Module3:
(Please Circle)
Cost:
Venue:
Module 4:
21st
Monday
February 2011
9:30am - 12:30pm session
4:00pm - 8:00pm session
Tuesday 22nd February 2011
9:30am – 12:30pm session
4:00pm – 8:00pm session
$15(target group)
$30 (non-target group)
$15 (target group)
$30 (non- target group)
New Life Centre
New Life Centre
~*Concessions May Apply (contact Donna Beckett Facilitator EYHW) ~ Refreshments will be provided ~
To Enrol:
Applications:
Complete this form and fax back to (07) 4957 7569
Close Friday prior to training date. Payment is required at time of application.
Cancellations:
A refund will only be given if cancellation of your enrolment occurs more than seven days
prior to the training event
*A tax invoice will be provided upon request
*Must Be Completed, PLEASE print clearly
*Name:
*Postal address
*Town/suburb
*Telephone No:
Fax No:
*Post Code:
*Email
*Target Group
(Please Circle) Parent / Principal / Teaching Staff
*Non Target Group
N.B Cost to Target Group Participant $15 per Person
Organisation:______________________________
N.B Cost to Non Target Group Participant $30 per Person
What is your interest in attending this training event? Please provide details
Do you have any special needs relating to a disability that require support? Please provide details
Any Special catering requirements?
Payment Method: Please Indicate
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Cash - In person at Shakespeare Child & Family Centre Or George Street Neighbourhood Centre
Cheque/Money Order - Made payable to George Street Neighbourhood Association Inc.
EFT - Account Name: George Street Neighbourhood Assn. Inc.
BSB: 034 195
Acc. No: 556 789
Note: In the Description write EY Surname e.g. EY Smith
For more information about the course, contact Donna Beckett, Facilitator Early Years Health & Welbeing (07) 4957 7222
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