From Digital Security to Teamwork: An Inspiring February

February turned out to be an exceptionally meaningful and inspiring month of training for me. The focus was on digital security and client data protection, as well as guiding individuals with mental health needs and topics related to team and network collaboration. These are areas that impact daily work in very practical ways, and discussing them greatly helps to enhance both awareness and professional competence.

Digital Security and Digital Tools in Training

In the digital security in special welfare training, we focused on how to protect sensitive client data and identified the main risk areas in today’s digital communication environments. We discussed real-life examples and shared experiences, which helped to deepen the understanding of the topic.

The training days were greatly enriched by the use of diverse learning methods, both through digital platforms and hands-on activities. We used tools such as Padlet, Padlet Sandbox, and Slido, which made discussions engaging and interactive. Participants had the opportunity to experiment, share their opinions, and collaboratively map out ideas. I hope these tools also provided them with practical tips on how to use digital environments creatively yet safely in their daily work. “Lõika-kleebi-liimi” rubriigis meisterdasime meeskonnatöö kollaaži, läbi mille said osalejad mõtestada meeskonna tähtsust klienditöös.

The collages created by the participants reflected creativity, collaboration, and a collective perspective on the topics discussed.

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How a hobby became a mini-training within a microdegree program

Some stories begin with a interest and gradually grow into a hobby. My journey with growing blueberries began years ago from a very practical desire: to grow something healthy and tasty in my own garden. Growing blueberries at home is not complicated, but it does require knowledge, consistency, and the creation of the right conditions. Trial and error, personal experience, and years of learning have been my greatest teachers.

A training within a university microdegree program

When, as part of the microdegree program, we were tasked with delivering a 15-minute micro-training session, I saw it as a good opportunity to step outside my usual professional field and experiment with teaching a completely different topic — delivering a training session titled ‘The Basics of Growing Blueberries at Home.’ This confirmed that knowledge developed from a practical hobby can also be valuable and relevant in an academic environment.

During the training, I shared practical knowledge on selecting blueberry plants, suitable growing conditions, and proper care techniques. A short quiz conducted via the Slido platform helped reinforce the learning, bringing a pleasant sense of excitement among participants and clearly demonstrating that learning does not have to be a one-way lecture — the best learning experiences emerge when ideas can flow freely. This mutual learning made the training lively and meaningful and also enriched me greatly as a trainer.

An extra touch of excitement was added by the quiz prize — jam made from blueberries grown by me.

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Training "Comprehesive Approach to Rehabilitation (CARe)" that touched and inspired

Just recently, in cooperation with Pärnu German Technology School, the training "Theoretical Foundations and Practical Tools of the CARe (Comprehensive Approach to Rehabilitation)" came to an end. Based on the CARe methodology, the training was more than just learning — it was an inspiring journey where theory and practice intertwined, and participants were able to experience firsthand how a recovery-oriented approach truly works. Over the course of four days, we created a framework for the CARe methodology that supported both meaningful discussions and joyful discovery.”

What made the training truly special was the participants’ activity, openness, and courage to share. The group work was lively and meaningful, the examples were vivid, and the discussions broadened our understanding of recovery from different perspectives. We explored the origins of the CARe methodology, its foundations and values, and examined its key features and content. Through various individual, group, and joint activities, we collectively unpacked the essence of the CARe methodology and discovered new sides of ourselves as well. Through theory and sincere, practical stories, we discussed how we can support clients on their journey.

“Everything was well thought through - interesting and practical.” (participant`s feedback)

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