Transgender Student Support Toolkit for International School Counselors and Admin
The objective of this course is to cultivate a deeper understanding of gender diversity, as well as the risks and protective factors that impact safety and belonging in international schools. The course will guide participants through practical structures and skills to support transgender students.
- Type Certification
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
Standards
A.10. Underserved and At-Risk Populations School counselors:
a. Strive to contribute to a safe, respectful, nondiscriminatory school environment in which all members of the school community demonstrate respect and civility.
b. Advocate for and collaborate with students to ensure students remain safe at home and at school. A high standard of care includes determining what information is shared with parents/ guardians and when information creates an unsafe environment for students.
c. Identify resources needed to optimize education.
d. Collaborate with parents/guardians, when appropriate, to establish communication and to ensure students’ needs are met.
e. Understand students have the right to be treated in a manner consistent with their gender identity and to be free from any form of discipline, harassment or discrimination based on their gender identity or gender expression.