ELEVATE for Professionals- Kansas

Welcome to ELEVATE

Supporting Professionals Who Support Youth

A flexible, trauma-informed learning experience designed to support professionals working with youth in Virginia’s foster care system. Built to fit into real-world practice — not add pressure.

Who this portal is for

This space is designed for professionals who support youth involved in foster care, including:

Case Managers
Social Workers
Community-based partners
Behavioral health providers
Foster Youth-serving professionals across your state

What you’ll find in ELEVATE

Trauma-Informed Learning

Short, practical lessons grounded in trauma-informed and youth-centered approaches.
Real-World Scenarios

Scenario-based learning that reflects real situations professionals encounter.
Practical Tools

Resources you can apply immediately in your work with youth and families.
Flexible & Self-Paced

Learn on your schedule — pause, return, and revisit anytime.

How it works

There’s no required order, start where it’s most useful.

1. Choose a topic
Select learning areas most relevant to your role.
2. Learn at your pace
Engage with short lessons, tools, and scenarios.
3. Apply in practice
Use insights to support youth in real-world settings.

Enroll Free

Core Learning Areas

Professionals may explore all topics or focus on specific areas based on their role.

Youth Development & Decision-Making
Safety, Abuse & Exploitation Prevention
Legal Rights, Advocacy & Systems Navigation
Digital Literacy & Online Safety
Life Skills & Transition Planning
Education & Career Pathways
Family Dynamics & Support Systems
Health, Wellness & Resilience

ELEVATE is intended to complement existing services and professional practice.

It can be used as:

A supplemental learning resource, a conversation starter with youth, reinforcement for skills discussed in sessions, and/or a self-paced option between appointments.

Professionals Peer Circle

The Peer Circle is a dedicated space for professionals to exchange best practices, ask questions, and engage in collaborative learning to support members and caregivers.