Fundamentals of Trauma Processing

The purpose of this course is to provide mental health professionals with the information necessary to assist clients to identify and process traumas that may be affecting their lives. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented. 

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to: 

1. Outline concepts and definitions important to effective trauma work.
2. Identify various models of trauma and information processing.
3. Assess for the presence of clinically significant trauma in an individual.
4. Evaluate aspects of the first stage of trauma treatment with the three-stage consensus model.
5. Describe stages 2 and 3 of the three-stage consensus model and their use in the treatment of trauma-related disorders.
6. Determine one's own strengths and weaknesses in clinically addressing trauma and their various clinical manifestations.
7. Access the best possible referrals for enhanced client care.

This 8-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.