International International & Regional Applicability
Supervised Visitation / Family Contact Visit Training
For most English-speaking countries outside of the US, this course is considered skills training, continuing education, or professional enrichment.
For example, successful completion of this course meets the educational standards for NVQ Level 2-3 in the UK.
This supervised visitation training program provides a strong practical foundation for professionals working in court-involved family systems. Because regulations vary by country, region, and governing authority, participants are encouraged to verify whether this training meets local requirements or may be used toward certification, registration, or professional practice in their jurisdiction.
This course will give you a solid foundation for your career in the family contact and/or other helping professions.
You can provide your local governing authority with our pdf for pre-approval if you would like to receive that before purchasing the course.
Training Curriculum
Section I - The Role of the Provider, Part One
Welcome and Overview
Role of the Provider
Scope of Service
Types of Providers
Safety and Security
Ratio of Children to Provider
Section II- Role of the Provider, Part Two
Conflicts of Interest
Confidentiality
Email Signature Suggestion
Terms and Conditions
Safety Considerations for Sexual Abuse Cases
Legal Responsibilities and Obligations of a Provider
Client Holds and Terminations
Section III- The Josh Powell Case
Legal Responsibilities
Section IV- Parents and Miscellaneous Issues
The Custodial Parent
The Visiting Parent
The Child or Children
Side Note: Manipulation
Staggering Parent Arrivals and Departures
Choosing the Location
“Chasing” Clients
Dietary Issues
Child Abuse Reporting
Maintenance and Disclosure of Records, Part One
Maintenance and Disclosure of Records, Part Two
Side Note: Speaking with Attorneys
Online Documentation with Electronic Records System
Section V- Screening, Monitoring, and Termination of Visitation
The Interview
The Orientation
The Child Orientation
The Visit
Kick Start an Awkward Visit with This Game
Terminating a Visit
Failure to Comply
Handling No Shows
Handling Grievances
Section VI- Safety Concerns
Child Abduction
Handling Disclosures
Section VII- Helping Families in Supervised Visitation
Child Development
Cultural Sensitivity
Issues Relating to Substance Abuse, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence, Part One
Issues Relating to Substance Abuse, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence, Part Two
Issues Relating to Substance Abuse, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence, Part Three
Section VIII- Bonus Content
General and Professional Liability Insurance
Setting Up the Visit Room
Allowing Employees to Set Their Own Schedule
Avoiding Blind Spots, Getting Attached and Creating a Buffer
Working with Emotional Parents
Passive-Aggressive Parents and Their Shenanigans
Getting Subpoenaed and Testifying
Handling Negative Public Reviews
Section IX - Document Templates
Customizable Templates:
Agreement / Contract
Visit Guidelines
Neutrality Acknowledgement
Tips for Having a Good Visit
And much more!
Your Certificate!
PLUS...
Add- on option for weekly phone coaching
Add-on option for employee training (Not included in the Employee version.)
Add-on a FREE courses: Fire Safety and Universal Precautions Training
If you plan on providing Supervised Visitation, make sure you check state and local laws and that you meet the minimum requirements before taking the training. For example, some states require that you are of a certain age or that you have never been subject to an order for Supervised Visitation yourself.
