About SafeLink Alberta Comprehensive Training
SafeLink Alberta provides in-person, certificate-awarding training on topics related to sexual health and substance use for service providers in Calgary. Each course is tailored to your organization’s needs and emphasizes practical application, cultural competency, and advanced strategies. Participants learn through scenario-based practice, peer collaboration, and lived-experience speakers. Sessions cost $250–$750 and accommodate up to 30 participants.
Language Matters
Length: 1.5-2 Hours | Cost: $300
This course offers participants a valuable opportunity to explore how the thoughtful use of language tailored to specific communities and groups can foster meaningful connections.
By emphasizing the importance of person-centered care and culturally appropriate services, the training delves into the history and evolution of terminology to help professionals communicate confidently and effectively with service users.
The course provides a comprehensive understanding of diverse communities focusing on safer sex practices, HIV, substance use, sex work, and folks who are unhoused. Through engaging examples and real-life scenarios, this course serves as a practical starting point for creating a more inclusive and understanding workplace.