Parent 2 Parent Advocacy Training is an 18 hour course that provides the following:
- Understanding System of Care philosophy and TVC services
- Having a better understanding of Mental Health Disorders that affect children and adolescents
- Knowing how to access both private and public mental health systems
- Being able to help another parent via phone to strategize meeting his/her child’s needs and access services
- Meeting with parents to review IEPs and plan strategy for meetings
- Attending IEP meetings as an observer
- Encouraging the beginnings of and/or holding a support group in your area