Using a range of training methods this course is a creative, fun and in-depth chance to explore how to deliver one of the biggest innovations to enter the sector in decades. 

This course has been developed by Homeless Link’s Housing First England project with learning obtained from experts across the Housing First Europe network. 

Who is this course for?

Frontline services who are, or will be, delivering Housing First.

What will you learn?

By the end of course you will be able to:

  • Use research and theory relating to trauma and psychology, to increase your understanding of service beneficiaries and why the principles are so effective
  • Build your toolkit of interventions, including focusing on effective harm reduction strategies and relationship building tools
  • Provide you with information about vicarious trauma and how to look after yourself and others
  • Understand what the principles look like in practice and the challenges of supporting people to move from being homeless to having a home
  • Ensure you know where to go for more information

Duration

Face to face: 1 day
Online: 3 x 1.5 hour modules delivered over one day

This course can be booked for a team of up to 16 for face to face training or up to 20 for online training 

Members face to face: £990 plus trainer expenses
Members online: £990- no Trainer expenses

Non members face to face: £1,400 plus Trainer expenses
Non members online: £1,400 - no Trainer expenses