SSSW_STIC1: Trauma-Informed Care Practices
Categories: Social Services Support Worker (Professional)
About Course
- This course provides a comprehensive understanding of trauma and its profound impact on individuals and communities, with a focus on developing practical skills to deliver compassionate, trauma-informed care.
- Topics include the neurobiology of trauma, recognizing trauma responses, culturally sensitive practices, and fostering resilience.
- Students will learn to apply trauma-informed principles such as safety, trustworthiness, and empowerment in diverse social service settings.
- Emphasizing real-world applications, the course prepares students for roles in social work, healthcare, education, and crisis intervention, equipping them to support healing and recovery in a manner that minimizes re-traumatization.
After completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:
- Explain the neurobiological and psychological effects of trauma on individuals and communities.
- Identify trauma responses and triggers in clients to provide appropriate interventions.
- Apply trauma-informed principles to create safe and supportive environments in practice.
- Analyze case studies to develop culturally sensitive, strengths-based care plans.
- Demonstrate the ability to foster resilience and empowerment in trauma-affected individuals and communities.
Course Content
Module 1
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02:06
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05:37
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LO2: Understand how Trauma impacts Brain Function, Emotions, and Behavior
10:56 -
LO3: Discuss the Long-Term effects of Trauma on Individuals and Societies
06:39 -
Topic 2: Recognizing Trauma Responses and Triggers
02:39 -
06:33
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LO2: Learn how Trauma manifests in different Individuals and Communities
07:09 -
LO3: Develop awareness of Trauma Triggers to improve Client Interactions and Support
04:04 -
Topic 3: Trauma-Informed Care Principles
02:38 -
07:23
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LO2: Understand the core principles of Trauma-Informed Care, including Safety, Trust, and Empowerment
04:14 -
LO3: Integrate trauma-sensitive practices into everyday interactions with clients
09:33 -
Quiz I
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Topic 4: Case Study Analysis & Assignment
02:36 -
LO1: Analyze Case Studies to develop Culturally Sensitive, Strengths-based Care Plans
10:05 -
LO2: Learn how to apply a Strengths-based approach to Trauma Recovery
06:16 -
LO3: Understand the Importance of Cultural Competence in Trauma Care Planning
07:13 -
Topic 5: Building Resilience in Trauma-Affected Individuals
02:36 -
LO1: Demonstrate the ability to foster Resilience and Empowerment in Trauma-Affected Individuals and Communities
07:35 -
LO2: Explore various Strategies for building Resilience in Clients
09:16 -
LO3: Understand the role of Empowerment in the Trauma Recovery Process
10:10 -
Topic 6: Trauma and Healing
02:54 -
LO1: Explore different approaches to Healing from Trauma, including Therapeutic Methods and Community-based Practices
07:20 -
LO2: Understand the role of Professionals in supporting Clients through the Healing journey
07:20 -
LO3: Discuss the Stages of Trauma Recovery and the Importance of ongoing Support
06:19 -
Quiz II
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Topic 7: Cultural Sensitivity in Trauma Care
02:21 -
LO1: Develop Culturally Competent Approaches to Trauma Care
10:17 -
LO2: Learn how to apply a Strengths-based approach to Trauma Recovery
10:37 -
LO3: Adapt Interventions to Respect Cultural Values and Beliefs in Trauma-Affected Individuals
09:58 -
Topic 8: Trauma and Communities & Assignment
02:40 -
LO1: Examine the impact of Trauma on Communities, particularly Marginalized and Vulnerable groups
10:51 -
LO2: Learn about Community-Based Trauma Intervention Strategies
10:27 -
LO3: Understand how Collective Trauma affects Social Dynamics and Community Healing
08:42 -
Topic 9: Supporting Trauma Survivors in Crisis
02:36 -
LO1: Learn Crisis Intervention Techniques for Trauma Survivors
09:59 -
LO2: Understand the Importance of providing Immediate Support in Crisis Situations
05:54 -
LO3: Develop skills to Stabilize Clients and provide resources during Acute Trauma Responses
09:07 -
Topic 10: Final Exam Review
02:28 -
LO1: Review key concepts related to Trauma, Trauma-informed Care, and Case Study Analysis
10:37 -
LO2: Discuss principles of Resilience and Empowerment in Trauma Care
09:10 -
LO3: Provide Practice Questions and Case Studies to prepare for the Final Exam
05:38
Final Exam
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Final Exam
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