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Current Issues In Trauma-Informed Care (HSER 1053)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 3

Description: This course will examine trauma-informed care and will define the various types of trauma and practices used in treatment. You will learn the historical implications of trauma-informed care theory and practice. Emphasis will be placed on trauma-informed care assessment screening tools and secondary trauma self-care. Must be taken A-F

Topical Outline:
1. Historical implications of theory and practice
2. Overview of various types of trauma and practices used in treatment
3. Trauma informed-care screening Tools and strategies
4. Secondary trauma and self-care

Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain and understand what “Trauma Informed Care” means.
2. Apply theoretical concepts and terminology related to the field of trauma.
3. Recognize the role and impact of secondary trauma as it relates to working with clients and how to apply boundaries and self/care strategies.
4. Understand historical methods of addressing trauma and identify current treatment modalities.

Prerequisites:  Placement into READ 0200 or ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042