Introduction to Trauma-Informed Practice

Course: SSC2050


This course is part of the following part-time on campus and/or online program(s):

Adopting a trauma-informed perspective in assessing client presenting issues enhances practitioners' empathy and enables them to select interventions that align with client needs. Students explore of the various forms of trauma and their impact on the brain. Students apply knowledge of the various types of trauma to the unique needs of clients in intervention and treatment approaches. Students further explore concepts for decolonizing the counselling space to support Indigenous clients and the broader community. Through self-reflection activities, case studies, and the practical application of assessments, students strengthen their ability to apply a trauma-informed lens in their work within addiction and mental health services.

Notes

This course is part of a graduate certificate program which requires an application process. Web registration is not available. If you have been accepted into the program, please register through the Academic Planner in your ACSIS account. If you would like to apply to this program of study, please complete our free online application form.

Prerequisites

SSC1006

FALL 2025
Online Learning
SectionDate(s)ModeDomestic FeesRegistration
800 Sep 9 - Dec 16Online$394.70* See footnote

Please Note: Off-shore international students enrolling in online courses will be subject to an international premium fee per course registration.


* Online registration is not available for this section.

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