About this course
This course equips support professionals, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams with the knowledge and practical strategies to deliver trauma-informed care for autistic individuals. Learners will explore the unique impact of trauma in autism, core principles of trauma-informed care, and actionable steps to create safer, more empowering support environments.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define trauma and its unique impact on autistic individuals
- Identify the core principles of trauma-informed care for autism support
- Recognize common sources and signs of trauma and re-traumatization
- Evaluate and redesign support routines for safety and empowerment
- Apply practical trauma-informed strategies, including clear communication and collaborative planning
- You'll be able to define trauma and explain how it uniquely affects autistic individuals
- You'll identify the core principles of trauma-informed care as they relate to autism support