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Gain Unique Insights

Understand the specific needs of Aboriginal clients from a Wadjela perspective

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Enhance Your Practice

Implement trauma-informed care strategies effectively in your role

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Empower Your Clients

Support Aboriginal individuals with a culturally sensitive and effective approach

About the Course

Join us for an introduction to trauma-informed care when supporting Aboriginal people. Learn how to provide support to Aboriginal clients with culturally sensitive approaches. Gain practical skills to enhance your practice and make a positive impact on the lives of those you serve. Take the first step towards becoming a more informed and empathetic professional. Enroll now and unlock the power of trauma-informed care.

John Dean

About the Creator

John Dean has extensive senior leadership experience across Western Australia’s child welfare system, including Regional Director roles in the Goldfields, Great Southern, Kimberley, and North Metropolitan regions. He has led programs in partnership with Indigenous staff and communities across diverse regions. His work includes collaboration with the Institute for Child Health Research on the Rio Tinto Child Health Partnership and the Western Australian Child Health Survey, as well as senior policy roles within the Department of Premier and Cabinet. As Director of Life Without Barriers, Mr Dean oversaw service development for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Guided by Indigenous mentors for over more than 20 years, Mr Dean brings a culturally informed, respectful approach to his work. He is an experienced trainer delivering education for Peer Supporters, Welfare Officers, and collegial support programs across the resources sector, first responders, and law enforcement in Australia and internationally and a strong advocate for Aboriginal voices.

Course Curriculum

5 Chapters · 5 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding Aboriginal Trauma: History, Culture, and Support

  2. 2

    Principles of Trauma-Informed Care

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Navigating Trauma-Informed Care: Lessons from Aboriginal Communities

  3. 3

    Trauma Informed Communication

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Practical Strategies

  4. 4

    Embracing Respect and Understanding

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Embracing Respect and Understanding

  5. 5

    Case Study

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Case Study Assignment

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