Develop trauma-informed assessment, diagnosis, and support skills for effective care with this free online course.

Do you sometimes struggle to know the right way to support someone affected by trauma? Many support professionals want to help but worry about saying the wrong thing, missing important signs, or misunderstanding what a person is experiencing. This can make difficult situations feel even more challenging.

This course helps you build confidence through practical trauma-informed care training. You will learn how trauma affects people at different stages of life, how culture can shape experiences and responses, and how to carry out supportive assessments and conversations in a safe, respectful, and structured way.

By the end, you will be able to recognise trauma-related signs, communicate more effectively, and make informed decisions about support needs. Gain practical understanding of common trauma-related conditions, document findings clearly, and contribute to care plans with greater confidence, sensitivity, and professional judgement in everyday practice. This course content was created in partnership with Kashmaila Gulzar, a counseling psychologist and CBT-certified practitioner. The authors generated this text with the help of ChatGPT. After drafting, the authors and subject matter experts reviewed, edited, and revised the text to ensure it was correct and meets Alison’s high quality standards. For more information on our subject matter expert, visit http://www.linkedin.com/in/kashmaila-gulzar-69002a234. Enrol today and improve your trauma-informed communication skills.