Course
Mental Health
Continuing Education

Trauma Informed Care

18 Hours

Estimated learning time

Self-Paced

Progress at your own speed

Popular course

A popular course among students

About the Course

Description

The Trauma Informed Care microcredential introduces learners to four principles of trauma informed care: awareness, safety and trust, choice and empowerment, and strengths-based approach. Learning is accessed through short, targeted lessons and peer interactions that focus on practicing relevant competencies and supported by an experienced skills coach. This microcredential is designed to enhance learners skills when delivering human services and better prepare nurses and other medical professionals working in healthcare to understand trauma and support individuals in managing stress to improve their quality of life. You will develop trauma-informed relationships with patients/clients by working collaboratively to form meaningful connections through increased awareness, employing a strengths based approach, fostering opportunities for empowerment and maximizing a safe and trusting environment which is inclusive to all.

Topics

  • Importance of Awareness Types of Trauma Signs and Responses to Trauma Methods of Support to Patients

Sections

Schedule

Synchronous

Delivery method

Online

Outcomes

Better prepare staff working in mental health care settings
Introduces learners to four principles of trauma informed care
Support healthcare workers when engaging daily encounters with patients/clients to facilitate choice and control
Network with sector professionals

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