Trauma-Informed Practice — Course Overview

At a Glance

The Trauma-Informed Practice course is a specialist CPD course for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists who want to work more confidently, ethically, and safely with clients who have experienced trauma. It focuses on developing a trauma-informed lens rather than training you to deliver trauma therapy, making it suitable for practitioners across a wide range of modalities.

Who Is It For?

This course is designed for:

• Qualified counsellors and psychotherapists
• Practitioners who want to work more safely and confidently with trauma-affected clients
• Those seeking reflective, ethical CPD rather than trauma-specialist training

To enrol, you need to:

• Hold a diploma-level counselling or psychotherapy qualification (or equivalent)
• Belong to a professional body and work within an ethical framework
• Attend regular supervision and undertake CPD as required by your professional body
• Have a computer with a camera, microphone, and a reliable internet connection
• Be available for three full-day live online training sessions (10am–4pm)
• Have capacity for 2–3 hours per week of self-directed study

What Does the Course Cover?

The course is structured across nine modules, covering:

• Defining trauma and trauma-informed practice
• The impact of trauma on the mind and body, including neurobiology and the nervous system
• Recognising signs of trauma and dissociation
• Trauma recovery models and stabilisation approaches
• Cultural perspectives and marginalised experiences of trauma
• Breathwork and nervous-system regulation
• The importance of research, supervision, and practitioner self-care

Rather than teaching a single model or technique, the course supports you to integrate trauma-informed principles into your existing way of working.

Professional and Ethical Focus

The course places strong emphasis on:

• Working ethically and competently within your scope of practice
• Creating safe counselling environments that empower clients
• Awareness of cultural, social, and minority perspectives on trauma
• Avoiding re-traumatisation
• The role of ongoing supervision and professional development

How Is It Delivered?

• 3 live, tutor-led online training days (10am–4pm)
• 30 hours of self-directed online learning, completed at your own pace
• A blended approach including video lectures, downloadable slides/audio/transcripts, reflective tasks, and suggested reading
• Access to a private training community for peer discussion and support
• Role-play is not used in this course, as an ethical decision to reduce the risk of participants becoming overwhelmed or re-traumatised

Time Commitment

• Live training: 3 full-day online sessions
• Self-directed study: approximately 2–3 hours per week
• Total learning time: 60 hours of CPD

Certification

• A certificate evidencing 60 hours of CPD, suitable for professional body requirements
• A downloadable badge for use on your website and marketing materials

Fees and Payment

• Course fee: £389.99
• Flexible payment options available, including a 3-month payment plan
• All live teaching, learning materials, and certification are included
• 30-day money-back guarantee

How Do I Find Out More or Enrol?

Visit the course page to download the handbook and see upcoming start dates:

Trauma-Informed Practice — course page

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this a trauma therapy qualification?

A: No. This course develops a trauma-informed lens for your existing practice. It is about working more safely and confidently with clients who have experienced trauma, not about delivering trauma-specific therapy.

Q: Do I need to be a qualified counsellor?

A: Yes. This course is designed for qualified counsellors and psychotherapists.

Q: Can I pay in instalments?

A: Yes. Flexible payment options are available, including instalments.

Q: Will there be role-play?

A: No. Role-play is not used in this course, as an ethical decision to reduce the risk of participants becoming overwhelmed or re-traumatised.

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