Trauma Informed Practice Training
Empowering participants with practical insights into trauma-informed practice, equipping them with strategies to effectively support clients affected by trauma.
Last updated: 29 Jul 2026
Building trauma-informed approaches to support children and young people
Trauma can profoundly influence every aspect of a child or young person’s life. Approaches that thoughtfully recognise and respond to the impacts of trauma can help prevent further harm, while positively supporting development and strengthening relationships.
Adopting trauma-informed practice when working with children, young people and families is essential to achieving better outcomes. It also plays a critical role in reducing the risk of intergenerational trauma and fostering safer, more supportive environments.
Key focus areas included
- Understanding trauma and its impacts on development
- Recognising trauma-related behaviours and responses
- Foundations of trauma-informed practice
- Attachment, brain development, PACE and Polyvagal Theory
- Building safe, supportive relationships
- Emotional regulation and effective communication strategies
- Applying trauma-informed approaches through case studies
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Strengthening advocacy and support for young people and families
Learning outcomes
- Build foundational knowledge of trauma and its impact on young people.
- Learn to identify trauma-related behaviours and signs in clients aged 14 to 20.
- Gain practical understanding of Trauma-Informed Practice and how to apply it effectively.
- Explore key trauma theories and approaches, including Attachment, Brain Development, PACE, and Polyvagal Theory.
- Apply concepts through case studies and reflect on practice using a trauma-informed lens.
- Develop strategies for emotional regulation, communication, and advocacy in support of young people.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for professionals working directly with children, young people, and families across a range of settings and is particularly suited to practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of trauma-informed practice and apply it meaningfully in their work.
Delivery and suitability
This interactive workshop can be delivered in person over a 7-hour session, or online via two 4-hour sessions to suit your organisation’s needs.
Participant numbers
To ensure a high-quality learning experience and encourage active participation, each session is capped at 30 participants.
