The Training Academy is interested in providing a variety of opportunities to support the professional development needs of staff. As unique training offerings are shared with the Training Academy, they will be uplifted to share with others.

(Added 8/6/25)

Family Interaction Training
Presented by Iowa HHS
Handouts for Training
PowerPoint with notes

(Added 2/15/23)

Reunification Process
Presented by Iowa HHS
Description: Iowa HHS put on a Lunch & Learn with their staff regarding the Reunification Process.

(Added 09/28/22)

 Reunification

Presented by Iowa DHS
Description: The training will provide more information about the standardized process for statewide implementation on how to best prepare children and their parents for a safe return home when reunification is the permanency goal. 

(Added 01/07/22)

Below the Waterline: Secondary Traumatic Stress and Opportunities for Trauma-Informed Supervision

Presented by ACEs 360
Description: This course is designed for supervisors in the health and human services sector to reflect on their experiences leading teams and to identify trauma-informed strategies that can support themselves and their staff with difficult work.