TasTAFE
10 weeks
This 10-week blended learning course equips support workers, counsellors, and community service professionals with practical trauma informed care skills to safely support trauma-impacted individuals while managing their own wellbeing in challenging work environments.
You must be a minimum of 18 years old to enrol in this course. While no formal prerequisites are required, the course is designed for individuals working or planning to work in community services, youth work, mental health, education, family support, or similar roles. It is recommended that you have access to a computer with reliable internet connection for online learning components. Standard classroom materials such as pens and notebooks are required.
The course covers understanding trauma and its impacts on individuals, recognising signs and symptoms of trauma exposure, and applying trauma informed approaches in everyday professional practice. Key topics include communicating with empathy and professionalism, creating emotionally safe and supportive environments, managing personal stressors and building resilience in trauma-exposed roles, and workplace-ready practical skills. The curriculum is structured around two core units: CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care and CHCMHS013 Implement trauma informed care, plus HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive experience in community services and health qualifications. The course is delivered through a blended learning model combining interactive face-to-face workshops with online learning and industry discussion, ensuring practical, workplace-ready skills. TasTAFE provides comprehensive student support services and recognition of prior learning opportunities, making it an accessible pathway for professionals seeking to develop trauma informed care competencies.
Successful completion of this skill set provides a pathway into further study, including the CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services and the CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services. Career opportunities include roles as a Community Services Worker, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Case Worker, Family Support Worker, or Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Worker. The skills developed are essential for professionals working in trauma-exposed environments across community services, mental health, education, and family support sectors.