Trauma First Aid: When and How to Safely Help
An emotional first aid kit contains practices and creative interventions that can help someone who has experienced trauma and needs support. It also comes with a set of guidelines to prevent further traumatization. Together we unpack this kit, explore the tools of trauma first aid and practice using them to prepare you to help others in time of need.
This course can be applied to the Professional Certificate in Human Services.
Instructor
Patricia Clason, RCC has 33 years of experience with trauma survivors, guiding their emotional healing through emotional intelligence (EQ) intensive programs. A professional speaker, trainer, consultant and coach, Patricia has led weekend retreats for military veterans, Healing Warrior Hearts, and ... read more
Who Should Attend
- Staff at shelters or youth care programs
- Social workers
- HR professionals
- Medical administrative and support staff
- Nurses
- Occupational therapists
- Teachers and school staff
- Emergency responders
- Therapists.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Learn the four stages of processing trauma
- Understand the seven golden rules of emotional first aid
- Know the difference between compassion and sympathy
- Understand the importance of neutrality and unconditional regard
- Learn the principles of active listening
- Know when to call in the doctor – understanding your limits
Date: Wed, Oct 27
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 8:30am-4pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Patricia Clason
Fee: $295
CEUs: 0.7
Enrollment Limit: 30
Program Number: 7750-13881
Note: A link to access the online course will be emailed within a week of the start date. Please contact daynuah@uwm.edu with any questions.
Registration opens Tue, Oct 26.