This training is designed for mental health professionals and peer support specialists to enhance their understanding and application of trauma-informed care. Participants will learn about trauma exposure, its impact on physical and mental health, and the principles of trauma-informed care. Evidence-based recommendations for screening, assessment, and treatment will be discussed to provide participants with actionable strategies to support individuals affected by trauma. This training also emphasizes the importance of cultural responsiveness and provider wellbeing within trauma-informed care.
FREE Training
Audience: professionals in behavioral health, psychologists, counselors, social workers, & peer support specialists
Instructional Level: Introductory
Speakers: Dr. Hanna Grandgenett, PhD, LP
This training is approved for 2.75 continuing education (CE) credits for psychologists,* 2.75 CE credits for Nebraska LMHP/LIMHP, and 2.75 CE credits for Nebraska Certified Peer Support Specialists. Credits will be awarded to participants who attend the entire training.
*Continuing education for psychologists may be used by other licensed behavioral health professionals. Please check with your licensing board. Continuing education credit is granted on a one credit per one instructional hour basis.
The University of Nebraska Public Policy Center (NUPPC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The NUPPC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
OBJECTIVES
- Define trauma and potential outcomes associated with trauma exposure.
- Describe core components of trauma informed care.
- Identify tools and methods for screening and assessment as well as evidence-based trauma treatments.
- Explain the impact of secondary traumatization providers and strategies to enhance provider wellbeing.
See event flyer for more info: go.unl.edu/ti-care-flyer
Sponsored by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Division of Behavioral Health and the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center.
There are no personal or professional relevant conflicts of interest in relation to this presentation.