This training program is designed for professionals working in community services, health & education who provide services to children, youth, adults & families who have experienced trauma. The ‘8 principles of trauma-informed practice’ will be discussed and practical strategies to implement these in various contexts (e.g. schools, foster care, residential care, office based workplaces etc.) will be explored.

The 2 day program covers the following:

Part 1: Understanding Trauma

1. Define complex trauma.
2. Discuss the immediate and long term impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s).
3. Identify the impact of trauma on: brain development, attachment and memory.

Part 2: Trauma-Informed Care

1. Define Trauma-Informed care.
2. Discuss 8 Principles of trauma-informed care.
3. Apply an understanding of trauma-informed care to create safe environments and build strong relationships with children, youth, adults and families you work with.

Part 3: Develop Own Practice

1. Apply an understanding of trauma-informed care to support workers, including self-care strategies to manage secondary traumatic stress (vicarious trauma).
2. Identify resources & further professional development to implement trauma-informed practices in your workplace.