Facilitating Attuned Interactions (FAN) Training

An approach to reflective practice that increases connection, communication, and overall outcomes for the children and families you work with.

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The FAN Approach

FAN Level 1 Training is 12 hours total and can be adapted to virtual or in-person settings.

 

The FAN (Facilitating Attuned iNteractions) Approach serves as a framework for parent engagement and reflective practice in work with young children and families. 

FAN helps professionals to address the urgent concerns of parents or caregivers, while training them to tailor their responses to match the needs of the moment. They learn how their own emotions and stress levels affect their ability to be fully present with a family in the moment.

This dynamic training offers strategies to help professionals feel balanced in stressful situations and improves communication and relationships in your professional setting. 

The FAN approach is all about helping people feel understood and connected—because when we feel safe and supported, we’re more open to learning and growing.

When you’re calm and present, you’re better able to support others—and that’s what FAN is all about.

FAN is for anyone who supports parents and young children or those who care for them:

  • Home Visitors
  • Early Intervention providers
  • Child Welfare professionals
  • Pediatricians and medical teams
  • Early Care and Education teams
  • Infant Mental Health professionals

 

Why should you participate?

Strengthen Relationships

Foster meaningful connections with children parents, caregivers, and your colleagues while creating a supportive environment.

Tailored Responses

Learn to meet the immediate and unique needs of each child and family you work with. Walk away with a toolkit of strategies you can use immediately in your practice with families and children!

Promote Reflective Practice

Develop self-awareness to manage feelings and reactions, reducing burnout and increasing job satisfaction.

Ready to connect more deeply with the families you serve?


Join us to explore the FAN Approach and discover practical tools to stay grounded, build trust, and strengthen your impact.
Let’s work together to create calm, connected, and supportive spaces—for caregivers, children, and you.

Interested in FAN training for yourself or your team?

Fill out the form below letting us know more about you. Our Workforce Development team will reach out shortly about upcoming opportunities or to plan an experience tailored to your organization!

Questions? 

Reach out to Workforce Development Director Leslie Roth at lroth@scimha.org

 

FAN Training provided in partnership with the Erikson Institute