This continuing education course focuses on developing knowledge and skills for trauma-informed social work practice. The course introduces students to frameworks for understanding trauma. The course utilises a social justice lens as it explores the impact of trauma on a variety of client systems including individuals, families, and communities with a focus on resiliency, coping, and strengths. Students will explore basic principles of a trauma informed approach and examine how they are affected by trauma and how they can experience and reduce vicarious traumatization. Consideration is given to how social service organisations and professionals can reduce re-traumatisation of vulnerable clients who are accessing social services.
Tutor: Dr. Janelle Chase-Mayers & Christa Soleyn Registration/Application date: January 20th - February 3rd, 2025 Start date: February 12th, 2025 Duration: 14 weeks Classes: Wednesday or Thursday Time: 5 pm -8 pm
Blended format - with face-to-face and online class sessions. Class sessions are three hours each week for the entire semester with lectures, discussions, guest presentations and interactive activities.