Pressley Ridge Training
Training Description
Pressley Ridge is a 10-week evidence-based training intended for participants to not only learn, but to also have the chance to share stories, swap tips, and build your foster parent community.
This training is for Resource Foster Parents who have been pre-approved to attend.
Training Dates
All trainings are offered virtually.
The following options are currently open:
- Saturdays 10:00 AM-1:30 PM MST from June 6-August 22, 2026
- Wednesdays 9:00 AM-12:30 PM MST from July 1-September 9, 2026
- Thursdays 5:00-8:30 PM MST from August 6-October 15, 2026
Further details will be shared following registration confirmation.
Training Topics
- Introduction to Treatment Foster Care
- Professional Parenting
- Trauma & Child Development
- Understanding Childhood Mental Health & Diagnosis
- Developing Healthy Relationships
- Therapeutic Communication
- Understanding and Changing Behavior
- Skill Teaching
- Conflict Resolution
- Understanding and Managing Crisis
Funding
This training is brought to you through a partnership with the State of New Mexico Children Youth and Families Department, Protective Services - Placement Adoption Resource Bureau.
About Pressley Ridge
Since 1981, Pressley Ridge has successfully trained thousands of foster parents and foster care agencies across 38 states in their competency-based curriculum. The comprehensive, evidence- and competency-based program is designed to help trainers and program managers ensure a high standard of excellence in services for children and youth in foster care. Learn more about Pressley Ridge here.
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Registration
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