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Collaborative training to support stronger communities
ABOUT US
Connecting LA County
The UCLA Child & Youth Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (COE) provides evidence-based trainings, consultation, and coaching to the LA County Workforce. It harnesses extensive expertise from the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA, as well as other campus-wide partnerships.
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Prioritizing Prevention
The COE supports LA County professions working with children, youth, and families by providing access to expert consultation, coaching and interactive trainings focused on:
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Community Centered
Build healing agencies that provide hope, recovery and access to care to the county’s most vulnerable populations. -
Professional Wellbeing
Strengthen the workforce and reduce burnout through a focus on professional wellbeing. -
Early Childhood
Support our youngest residents through special programs for early childhood professionals. -
Positive School Environments
Create sustainable wellbeing efforts within schools through specialized training for school staff and parents. -
Child and Youth Resilience
Support providers working with children, transition age youth and caregivers in utilizing current best practices and the latest research. -
Crisis Response
Develop timely resources, trainings and consultation to guide County agencies in responding to current events.
A Public Partnership
Community Centered Collaboration
The COE represents the training and implementation arm of the DMH + UCLA Public Partnership for Wellbeing. The center is committed to supporting the County workforce through online and in-person learning opportunities that connect experts with clinicians on the ground. Its offerings align with the priorities of the LA County Department of Mental Health and support the application of best practices into community support services.
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WELLBEING
How are we promoting wellbeing in LA County?
Learn about our work and its impact.
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How can we support you?
Download resources, access self-guided courses, and watch videos tailored for your role and interests on the DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center.
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