Advanced OSHAA 30-Hours Trauma Informed Care Training
The OSHAA 30-Hours Trauma Informed Care for Helping Professionals course is designed to provide essential knowledge and practical skills for delivering safe, respectful, and effective support to individuals who have experienced trauma. Professionals working in healthcare, social services, education, counseling, and community organizations often interact with people affected by abuse, violence, neglect, and other traumatic events. This course explains how trauma influences behavior, emotional responses, communication, and overall well-being in professional settings.
Aligned with internationally recognized occupational safety and health principles, this training emphasizes the importance of creating secure and supportive environments for both clients and staff. Participants will learn the core principles of trauma-informed care, including safety, trustworthiness, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity. The course also covers strategies for recognizing trauma responses, reducing re-traumatization, and maintaining professional boundaries while ensuring workplace safety and ethical practice.
Through this comprehensive program, learners will develop practical techniques to improve communication, strengthen client relationships, and promote resilience and recovery. The course is ideal for helping professionals seeking to enhance their competence, protect vulnerable individuals, and foster compassionate, trauma-sensitive services in a wide range of professional and community care environments.
OSHAA 30-Hours Trauma Informed Care for Helping Professionals
To enroll in the OSHAA 30-Hours Trauma Informed Care for Helping Professionals course, applicants should meet the following entry requirements:
- Age Requirement: Learners must be at least 16 years of age.
- Educational Background: A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended. Certificates or diplomas in Health and Social Care, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, or Social Work are advantageous.
- Language Proficiency and Experience: A good command of English is required. Previous work or volunteer experience in healthcare, education, or support services is beneficial but not mandatory.
This course is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals seeking to strengthen their trauma-informed care skills.
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to Trauma and its Impact (3 Hours)
- Define trauma and its different types, including physical, emotional, and psychological trauma.
- Understand the profound impact trauma has on individuals’ mental, emotional, and physical health.
- Recognise how trauma influences behaviour, perception, and interpersonal relationships.
Principles of Trauma-Informed Care (4 Hours)
- Identify and explain the key principles of trauma-informed care: safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.
- Learn how to integrate these principles into professional practice to foster a supportive and non-retraumatising environment.
- Understand how applying trauma-informed care promotes healing, recovery, and resilience in clients.
Recognising Trauma Symptoms and Responses (5 Hours)
- Identify the common symptoms and responses to trauma, including hypervigilance, dissociation, emotional dysregulation, and avoidance behaviours.
- Understand how trauma symptoms can present in various contexts and affect an individual’s functioning.
- Develop skills to recognise and respond appropriately to trauma-related behaviours, ensuring effective support.
Building Trust and Safety with Clients (4 Hours)
- Learn the importance of establishing a foundation of trust and safety when working with trauma survivors.
- Identify strategies to create and maintain a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment for clients.
- Develop skills to build strong, empathetic relationships that empower clients to engage in the healing process.
Trauma-Informed Communication (4 Hours)
- Master effective communication strategies for working with trauma survivors, emphasising empathy, validation, and active listening.
- Understand the importance of using language that is non-threatening, non-judgemental, and trauma-sensitive.
- Learn how to facilitate open, supportive conversations that promote trust and client engagement in the therapeutic process.
Self-Care for Helping Professionals (3 Hours)
- Recognise the emotional challenges of working with trauma survivors and understand the importance of self-care.
- Develop practical self-care strategies to prevent burnout, compassion fatigue, and emotional exhaustion.
- Learn how to establish boundaries and seek professional support when needed to maintain personal and professional well-being.
Ethical and Cultural Considerations in Trauma-Informed Care (4 Hours)
- Understand the ethical responsibilities of helping professionals when providing trauma-informed care.
- Recognise the importance of cultural competence in understanding and addressing the trauma experienced by individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Learn to adapt trauma-informed care practices to be sensitive to cultural differences and uphold ethical principles.
Crisis Intervention and Support for Trauma Survivors (3 Hours)
- Learn effective crisis intervention strategies to provide immediate support to trauma survivors.
- Understand the importance of stabilising and assessing the needs of individuals in crisis.
- Develop skills to offer appropriate interventions, connect clients with resources, and support long-term recovery.
This course equips helping professionals with practical knowledge and essential skills to deliver safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed support.
- Trauma Awareness: Understand how trauma affects behavior, emotions, and decision-making.
- Safe Practices: Create supportive environments that reduce the risk of re-traumatization.
- Effective Communication: Build trust through respectful and empathetic interactions.
- Client Empowerment: Promote resilience, recovery, and informed participation.
- Professional Boundaries: Maintain ethical standards and healthy working relationships.
- Risk Recognition: Identify trauma responses and potential behavioral triggers.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Deliver inclusive and person-centered support.
- Workplace Safety: Apply OSHA-aligned principles to protect staff and clients.
- Practical Strategies: Use proven tools and techniques in real-world settings.
- Career Advancement: Strengthen qualifications and professional credibility.
This course is designed for individuals who support people affected by trauma and who want to strengthen their professional skills in trauma-informed care. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals working across healthcare, education, and social support services.
- Aspiring Professionals & Students: Individuals preparing for careers in helping professions
- Mental Health Counselors: Professionals providing psychological and emotional support
- Social Workers & Case Managers: Individuals managing client welfare and support systems
- Nurses & Healthcare Assistants: Staff working in hospitals, clinics, and care settings
- Psychologists & Therapists: Specialists in behavioral and mental health care
- Teachers & School Counselors: Educators supporting student well-being
- Child Protection Workers: Professionals safeguarding vulnerable children and families
- Addiction Support Staff: Workers in substance misuse and recovery services
- Crisis Intervention Teams: Personnel handling emergency and trauma situations
- Domestic Violence Advocates: Support workers assisting survivors of abuse
- Community Support Workers: Individuals engaged in outreach and welfare programs
- Correctional & Law Enforcement Staff: Officers dealing with at-risk populations
- Caregivers & Residential Staff: Professionals in care homes and assisted living facilities
- NGO & Charity Workers: Staff involved in humanitarian and social development work
