Trauma 101 & 201: A Two-Part Trauma-Informed Care Training Series

Welcome to Trauma 101 & 201!

Whether you're just beginning your trauma-informed journey or ready to build on your foundational knowledge, this series provides valuable insight, tools, and strategies to better support individuals and communities impacted by trauma.

Trauma 101 (9:30-12:30) provides a foundational understanding of trauma, its effects on the brain and body, and how to adopt a trauma-informed lens in professional and community settings. This interactive session focuses on increasing awareness and building empathy by exploring the physiological, emotional, and behavioral impacts of trauma.

Topics Include:

• Definitions of trauma, toxic stress, PTSD, and related terms
• The impact of trauma on brain development and body systems
• Coping strategies, self-regulation, and the importance of self-care
• The power of secure attachment and relationships in building resilience
• Understanding trauma responses in children and adults
• Introduction to the Window of Tolerance and how to support regulation

Learning Objectives:

• Define toxic stress and various trauma types (acute, chronic, complex, etc.)
• Identify how trauma affects development and emotional regulation
• Recognize trauma triggers and physiological responses
• Explore the role of healthy attachment and protective factors
• Build awareness of how to support recovery and resilience

Trauma 201 (1:30-4:30) is designed for participants who have completed Trauma 101 (or a comparable foundational training) and are ready to deepen their trauma-informed practice. This advanced session explores the complexities of healing, post-traumatic growth, and barriers to recovery, with a focus on practical tools and reflection.

Topics Include:

• Review of key trauma definitions and models
• Common challenges in trauma recovery
• Real-world strategies to support individuals with trauma histories
• Introduction to common therapeutic approaches
• Personalizing trauma-informed care and exploring post-traumatic growth

Learning Objectives:

• Revisit the core concepts of trauma and deepen understanding of trauma’s impact
• Identify obstacles to healing and recovery
• Apply practical tools for trauma-informed support
• Explore evidence-informed approaches and emerging research
• Understand the deeply personal nature of post-traumatic growth

Tickets are $30 and include access to either one or both sessions—Trauma 101 and Trauma 201—plus lunch.

We’re offering a 2-for-1 deal, so whether you attend just one session or stay for both, the cost is the same: $30 total. Once you purchase your Trauma 101 ticket, you will receive a promo code in your confirmation email for a free Trauma 201 ticket.

Please note:

• There is no discount for attending only one session.
• Lunch is included with your ticket, whether you attend in the morning, afternoon, or both.
• If you attend Trauma 101, lunch will be served immediately after.
• If you're coming just for Trauma 201, plan to arrive early and enjoy lunch before the session begins.

This training has been approved by the CSWMFT Board for a total of 3 CEUs per session.

• Attend Trauma 101 or Trauma 201 and earn 3 CEUs
• Attend both sessions and earn up to 6 CEUs total

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