Trauma Training Courses (Led by Care Experienced Trainers)

Transforming Lives Through Trauma-Informed Training

At The Susan Vickers Foundation, we are dedicated to providing early intervention and support for care-experienced young people, including those in foster, adopted, kinship, and SGO care. By addressing the early signs of trauma, we help these young individuals thrive toward a healthy, equitable future, rather than spending their lives recovering from the impacts of their childhoods.

Our trauma-informed training courses empower caregivers, families, and professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognise, respond to, and prevent the effects of trauma.

Why Choose Our Training Courses?

• Led by Qualified Therapists: Our courses are facilitated by fully qualified therapists who have lived experience of the care system, providing a unique, compassionate perspective.
• A Unique, Empathetic Perspective: Our trainers offer insights from both sides of life—those who work professionally with trauma and those who have lived through the challenges of care-experienced individuals.
• Comprehensive Support: Open to caregivers, families, and professionals, our training ensures a holistic approach to trauma-informed care, helping to create safer environments for young people.

What You'll Learn:

• Recognise Early Signs of Trauma: Understand how to identify trauma early to prevent long-term psychological and emotional consequences.
• Develop Effective Intervention Strategies: Learn practical techniques for intervening and offering support in a way that is sensitive and effective.
• Build Stronger Connections: Strengthen your ability to connect with young people who have experienced trauma, fostering trust and understanding.
• Create Trauma-Informed Environments: Discover strategies to build environments that are supportive and safe, ensuring care-experienced individuals feel heard and validated.

The Impact of Early Intervention

By providing early, informed support, you can change the trajectory of a young person's life. Rather than spending years recovering from the wounds of trauma, care-experienced children can build resilient, fulfilling futures. Your enhanced understanding and new skills will directly contribute to their transformation, creating lasting, positive outcomes.

Why Trauma-Informed Training is Essential

Our trauma training goes beyond theory, offering practical insights and strategies grounded in lived experiences. The course includes a broad exploration of trauma's effects on individuals, families, and communities. You’ll also gain critical skills for supporting those affected by trauma, from recognising signs to creating supportive spaces for healing.

What sets our training apart is the care-experienced perspective—our trainers share their personal stories, adding depth and empathy to your learning experience. This approach provides a deeper understanding of the unique challenges faced by those who have lived through trauma, making our courses not only informative but profoundly impactful.

Whether you're a social worker, teacher, foster carer, or simply want to learn more about trauma, our courses provide valuable knowledge and actionable skills to make a real difference.

Ready to Enhance Your Impact?

Spaces are limited to ensure personal attention and optimal learning. For any questions or to book a course, please contact us at [email protected]. Join us today in building a more equitable future for care-experienced children by enhancing your trauma-informed practices.