Trauma-Informed Social Work Practice

Catalog description

In this course, students will identify the various types of trauma and their effects on individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Students will also examine the potential effects of vicarious trauma when working with clients. They will learn about and apply the five principles of trauma-informed practice to social work modalities, such as case management and group work. Students will evaluate trauma-responsive and culturally-informed interventions. They will also explore and demonstrate self-care strategies to mitigate the effects of secondary traumatic stress, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue.