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Course Description

This course will focus on trauma and trauma-related responses. Course content will prepare participants to distinguish between exposure to traumatic experiences and the development of trauma-related disorders such as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and to differentiate between trauma and stress-related disorders. Particular emphasis will be placed on critically assessing the limitations of diagnosis, including those which are trauma related. 

Target Level Audience:  Intermediate

Course Outline

(00:10)  Introductions and Course Overview 
(00:30)  Defining “Trauma” 
(00:50)  Trauma-Related Disorders in the DSM 
(00:15)  Break 
(00:30)  Differentiating between Trauma and Neglect 
(01:00)  Limitations of Diagnoses 

Learner Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:  

  • Differentiate between trauma exposure and the experience of PTSD and trauma-related disorders; and 
  • Examine the limitations of current DSM diagnoses in explaining trauma-related symptoms. 

When participants return to the workplace, they will be able to:  

  • Compare and contrast experiences of neglect and trauma, particularly during childhood, with individuals they work with; and 
  • Differentiate between trauma and stress-related disorders.
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Section Title
Trauma and Stress Related Disorders
Type
Online-fixed date/synchronous meeting(s)
Days
Sa
Time
1:00PM to 4:15PM
Dates
May 11, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
3.2
Location
  • Online Learning
Delivery Options
Online with Virtual Meetings  
Course Fee(s)
General Fee - Regular Registration Price non-credit $99.00
TUSSW Alumni Fee - Regular Price non-credit $79.99
TUSSW Staff Price non-credit $49.99
Potential Discount(s)
CEUs
0.3 CEUs
Section Notes
Please be advised that registration for the course will close one week prior to its scheduled start date.