Universal Design: Making Our Work Environments Trauma Informed

Description:

In this online, self-paced training, participants will explore the principles of universal design and how they can be applied to create trauma-informed work environments. Universal design aims to make spaces accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of their abilities or experiences. By integrating trauma-informed practices, we can ensure that our work environments are not only physically accessible but also emotionally supportive and safe for all employees. This training will provide practical strategies and tools to help organizations foster a more inclusive and resilient workplace culture.

This is a recorded presentation

Objectives:

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

1. Understand the core principles of universal design.
2. Identify trauma-informed practices for physical spaces to support the emotional well-being and safety of all clients and employees.
3. Develop practical strategies for applying universal design and trauma-informed practices in work environments.

Format: Online, Asychronous-Self-paced (once registered you will find the course materials on the online event page). You will watch a video presentation, have access to materials, and must take and pass a 10 question quiz.

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

Skill Level: Beginner

Refunds: Email 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.