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Adoption Education

The following are descriptions of our current course offerings. 

To see the details for the course or to register for the course,

please visit our events page. 

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Adoption 101: A course designed for anyone considering growing their family through adoption. Topics addressed include:

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  • The logistics of both domestic and international adoption

  • What’s involved in the home study process

  • Post-placement requirements

  • The laws governing the adoption process

  • How to deal with grief and trauma

  • Birth family relationships

  • How to navigate differences in race and culture

Cost: 

Group format = $100 per household (individual or couple)

One-on-One format = $200 per household (individual or couple)

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Information: Email info@adoptionsupportalliance.org or click the button below to see all of our upcoming classes.

Group Option (three + families): Several times a year, ASA will host a 3-hour group class that will include a formal presentation, insight from current adoptive parents, and extended time for discussion/questions. Participants will be able to hear from others who recently completed their adoption as well as meet others like themselves who are just getting started.

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Individual Option: As scheduling allows, we offer a one-one-one format in which we meet with you and any other significant others in your home to review the materials and offer more tailored opportunities for discussion.  This format also includes a review of a presentation and materials as well as more intimate conversations informed by each family's adoption journey.

Race, Culture & Adoption: Many families adopt children from different racial or cultural backgrounds. In this informative 2-hour course led by our executive director, Erin Nasmyth, we discuss how that impacts the adoption process. The course covers:

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  • How to talk about race and culture with children at different ages,

  • How to talk to others about your multiracial family,

  • How to incorporate and encourage your child to develop a positive racial and cultural identity,

  • PLUS tips on how to help your child navigate race and culture in today’s world.

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Cost: $100 per household (individual or couple)

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Information: Email info@adoptionsupportalliance.org

Adoption Training for Church Communities: In this course, led by our executive director, Erin Nasmyth, we guide church communities on how best to support the adoptive families in their congregations. We cover:

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  • The unique challenges adoptive families face,

  • The importance of community in navigating the adoption process,

  • The grief and trauma involved in many adoption situations,

  • The role of race and culture.

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  • Race, Culture and Adoption
    Race, Culture and Adoption
    Date and time is TBD
    Charlotte
    Date and time is TBD
    Charlotte, 1646 Toddville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA
    In this informative course, we’ll teach participates what children understand about race at each developmental stage & cover how to incoporate and encourage your child to develop a positive racial and cultural identity throughout their development.
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  • Talking to Kids About Adoption
    Talking to Kids About Adoption
    Date and time is TBD
    Zoom
    Date and time is TBD
    Zoom
    In this 2 part course, parents will leave this course with resources to help their child(ren) understand their adoption story and with additional confidence in approaching these important, yet sometimes intimidating, conversations.
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  • W.I.S.E. Up! Workshop
    W.I.S.E. Up! Workshop
    Date and time is TBD
    Adoption Support Alliance
    Date and time is TBD
    Adoption Support Alliance, 1646 Toddville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA
    This workshop, developed by the center for adoption support and education, teaches children IN foster care and THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN adopted that they can decide if, when, and how to share their story. both caregivers and children will participate in this interactive workshop.
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  • Cultivate Connection: Parenting Course
    Cultivate Connection: Parenting Course
    Date and time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Date and time is TBD
    Location is TBD
    Parenting can be challenging , overwhelming, and lonely. Join this course to find the community and support you need, right where you are. Cultivate Connection’s purpose is to empower parents and caregivers to be confident, calm, curious, compassionate and connected.
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  • Adoption 101
    Adoption 101
    Thu, Jun 12
    Adoption Support Alliance
    Jun 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Adoption Support Alliance , 1646 Toddville Rd, Charlotte, NC, USA
    Thinking about Adoption? Unsure where to start? This class is designed for those considering beginning the adoption process.
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  • Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviors (Lunch & Learn)
    Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviors (Lunch & Learn)
    Tue, May 13
    Virtual
    May 13, 2025, 11:30 AM EDT
    Virtual
    Through this course, developed by Robyn Gobbel, Parents will (1) Master the ability to identify your child’s level of regulation. (2) Develop practical ways to help YOURSELF stay regulated and connected (3) Feel confident that you are a parent who is doing the very best you can
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These courses are offered upon request. If you are interested in hosting a session within your church or organization, please email info@adoptionsupportalliance.org.

Coming Soon 

The following training topics are currently in development:

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  • Navigating relationships with birth family members

  • Adopting the older child

  • Common behavioral concerns and interventions

  • Training for extended family members

  • Talking to your children about adoption

 

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Email us at info@adoptionsupportalliance.org. We’re always looking to build new programs to better serve our community.

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