Trauma Informed Communication

Description:

Trauma-informed practice involves understanding and communicating about trauma in a way that acknowledges and respects the existing beliefs and experiences of individuals, organizations, and communities. This online, self-paced training emphasizes trauma-informed communication, highlighting the importance of grasping and effectively conveying the science of adversity, trauma, and resilience. Participants will learn strategies for effectively communicating trauma-informed concepts, with a focus on safety, trust, and empathy.

This is a recorded presentation

Objectives:

As a result of this course, participants will be prepared to:

1. Define trauma-informed practice and explain its significance in various settings.

2. Learn to recognize and respect the existing beliefs and experiences of individuals, organizations, and communities when discussing trauma.

3. Learn practical strategies to implement trauma-informed communication in daily interactions and organizational practices.

Format: Online, Asychronous-Self-paced (once registered you will find the course materials on the online event page)

CECHs: 1 Continuing Education Contact Hours. Trauma Informed Care Certifricate Elective

Skill Level: Beginner

Refunds: Please reach out to swkce@msu.edu for refunds

Accommodations: Please email us directly with any special accommodations you may need at swkce@msu.edu

Contact Info: swkce@msu.edu

Instructor:

Kelley Blanck, LMSW, has been an instructor at the MSU School of Social Work since 2016. Before joining MSU, she spent 20 years in the public mental health sector, gaining experience in both clinical and macro-level roles. Her clinical work includes youth foster/adopt/post-adoptive care, adolescent residential treatment, and adult supported employment. Trained and coached as a Resource Parent Trainer through the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, Kelley has broadened her expertise from foster/adoptive trauma to encompass trauma-informed practices in higher education, teaching methods, organizations, and communities. She is now entering her second year as co-chair of the TSTN Learning Community and actively serves on the MSU February 13 Permanent Memorial Committee. As a founding member of the MSU Trauma Services and Training Network (TSTN) and a designated member of its Steering Committee, Kelley integrates her extensive real-world experience into her teaching and work.