We are pleased to offer training on a variety of topics related to adoption and adoptive parenting. For details about how our classes correspond to the new core competencies required by the State of Wisconsin, please refer to the Course Descriptions page, or follow the link to a specific class in the table below. (For a list of some other classes, sponsored by other organizations and NOT free for CFF clients, refer to the Other Classes page on our website.)

Unless otherwise noted, all classes on this page are sponsored by Children and Families First, Inc. Our seminars are free for clients, but fees do apply for non-clients (see below for details). Classes are held in a variety of locations in Madison.

To register for one of these classes, please email us at classes@cffwi.org with the following information:

  • Your name
  • Number of people registering
  • Phone number (in case of last minute changes)
  • Names and dates of the classes you wish to register for.
  • Your home study agency.



Grief & Loss in Adoptive Families

  • Date: Wednesday, January 11
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Instructor: Lori DuRussel
  • Location: One Point Place
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients

Promoting Attachment

  • Date: Monday, January 30
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Instructor: Lori DuRussel
  • Location: One Point Place
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients


Positive Parenting

  • Date: Tuesday, February 28
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Instructor: Anne Johnson
  • Location: 2810 Crossroads Boardroom
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients


Talking with Kids about Adoption

  • Date: Wednesday, March 21
  • Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
  • Instructor: Lori DuRussel
  • Location: One Point Place
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients


Transracial Parenting

  • Date: Tuesday, April 17
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Instructor: Lori DuRussel
  • Location: One Point Place
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients


Nature and Nurture

  • Date: Monday, May 7
  • Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Instructor: Lori DuRussel
  • Location: One Point Place
  • Cost: Free for clients. $25/person for non-clients