Training and Webinars

Online learning, training, and development opportunities are available to all
Tusla Foster Carers via the HSeLanD learning platform. To access HSeLanD please
contact your social worker to get log in details.

Learning and Development for Foster Carers

Suite of E- Learning Programmes
Face to Face and Online Classrooms
Webinars, research articles and more
Inclusive learning spaces

If you have a query regarding learning and development for Foster Carers, please email fosterlearning@tusla.ie and we will be happy to help.

Factors associated with foster carer retention and attrition in Ireland - Webinar

All staff working with children and families as well as fostering staff are encouraged to register and attend this important webinar, taking place on 29th July at 11am, on research conducted with Tusla foster carers over the course of 2025. Understanding factors associated with retention and attrition is central to ensuring that we can support placement stability and theretention of the foster families who currently look after the 5078 children and young people currently in foster care.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Foster Carers, A Guide To Allegations – Webinar

The session explores:

The background and context behind the development of the guide
Key information outlined in the booklet
Reflections from those involved in creating it

Youth Mental Health First Aid Overview

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is designed for adults who live with, work with or support young people aged between 12 and 18.

Participants who undertake YMHFA Training will learn how to assist a young person who may be experiencing a mental health problem or a mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received, or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

We are delighted to offer a dedicated YMHFA course to Tusla Staff and foster carers funded through our training partnership with Tusla WLD. We welcome registrations from individuals who are keen to learn Youth Mental Health First Aid skills to build confidence in supporting young people with their mental health. Please only book a place if you are available to attend the training in full. The training will be facilitated over 4 mornings from 9.30am-1pm.

Next Training dates

Morning 1 & 2: Tuesday July 7th & Wednesday July 8th

Morning 3 & 4: Monday July 13th & Wednesday July 15th

Time: 9.30am-1pm | Location: MS Teams

Important:

This course is not a therapy/support group and is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18 to attend.
If you have experienced a recent crisis or bereavement linked to mental health, we recommend that you wait 12-18 months before attending YMHFA training.