Working with young people
Training opportunities for staff and volunteers in Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Young People’s Sexual Wellbeing training
Who is it for?
Teachers, youth workers, school nurses, and anyone working with young people who want to better support their sexual wellbeing.
What you will gain:
✅ Confidence in discussing sexual wellbeing with young people
✅ Up to date knowledge on key topics: online safety, relationships, LGBT+ inclusion, consent, pleasure, condoms & services
✅ Practical tools to promote healthy, respectful conversations
Venue: LAYC, Dunford House, 7 Boroughloch, Edinburgh, EH8 9NL
Times: 9.15 am – 3.45 pm
Dates:
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- Thursday 25th September *cancelled*
- Tuesday 4th November
- Tuesday 27th January
- Tuesday 19th May
This training is booked through our external partner agency LAYC. Bookings open at the beginning of each term, and you can book here.
Healthy Respect Services training (drop-in or kit bag approach)
Who is it for?
Youth workers and school nurses who are interested in delivering Healthy Respect Services in Lothian high schools and community youth settings. These services can be offered in a regular, advertised drop-in, or by ad hoc, flexible 1-2-1 using kit bag approach.
To become a Healthy Respect Service Partner, your organisation must already be an established service working with young people and have the appropriate policies and procedures in place. A partnership agreement will also be required.
Content:
- What is involved in becoming a Healthy Respect Service Partner
- Pregnancy test training and guidance
- Referral pathways for young people wanting to access clinical services.
Dates:
We are currently reviewing the Healthy Respect Services training offer post an organisational review. If you are interested in providing a Healthy Respect service please register your interest by clicking on the link below.
Once we know what the training offer will be, we will get in touch.