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1.01 | AOD ESSENTIALS - Introduction to trauma informed care

eLEARNING SERIESAOD ESSENTIALS
MODULE NAMEIntroduction to trauma informed care
MODULE NUMBER 
LEARNING LEVELLevel 1 – Core AOD Knowledge
TARGET AUDIENCEAll AOD, Mental Health and SEWB workers
MODULE AIMThe aim of this module is to explain what trauma is, how it affects people and the links with substance use. It will increase knowledge and awareness of trauma which is the first step on your journey to becoming a trauma-informed worker.
LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

  • Explain why it is important to become trauma informed.
  • Describe the concept of post-traumatic stress, the different types of traumatic responses and the impacts of complex trauma.
  • Understand the links between trauma and substance use.
  • Recognise Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their effects.
  • Name the five principles of trauma informed care and state associated strategies related to alcohol and other drug (AOD) practice.
  • Outline the meaning of vicarious and secondary trauma.
  • Identify some of the considerations for people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and for people of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
LENGTH45 minutes
CPDParticipation in this activity may contribute to CPD. A Statement of Completion will be issued on completion of this module. 
REFERENCE LISTThe full reference list for this module is available on request.
SUGGESTED CITATIONInsight: Centre for AOD Training and Workforce Development. AOD Essentials: Person-centred care. Brisbane: Queensland Health; 2025. Available from: https://insight.qld.edu.au/training/elearning
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LAST UPDATEDAugust 2024
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