Module 3: Trauma-informed care

Intergenerational trauma and complex childhood trauma have profound effects. This module explains the impacts these traumas have on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and discusses how trauma-informed care is vital to providing culturally safe support to these families.

The module you are about to complete was created as part of the Replanting The Birthing Trees project, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led project to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. If you'd like more information about this innovative project, you can visit their website.

Learning objectives

• Recognise the historical, contextual, and intergenerational factors impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with a focus on the effects of trauma.
• Consider the critical role of care providers during pregnancy, birth, and the early transition to parenting for parents experiencing complex trauma, including principles and models for fostering safety in perinatal care.
• Develop practical communication skills for engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents about complex trauma and explore various supportive options available for these parents.

IMPORTANT: Accessing the module

The 'Start module' button below will open a new window and take you to the 'Emerging Minds: Learning' website.

Please note: this is not the same catalogue that you accessed in module 1 of this course.

Use these instructions to register with the website, enrol in the "Replanting the birthing trees" course and complete the necessary segments.

While the full course is extremely valuable to undertake, you are only required to complete segments 2 and 3 as they are the most relevant for improving skills & confidence when administering emotional health and wellbeing screening.

Once you've completed the relevant segments, close the window. Return to this page to complete the knowledge check below.
 
 

Technical requirements

This module uses audio, so you will need to use a computer or device that can support this.

You’ll need a reliable internet connection. It is recommended to use the latest version of your browser such as Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. 
 
 

Progress tracking

Your progress will be automatically tracked on the Emerging Minds website.  
 
 

Troubleshooting tips

If videos are not playing, try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser.

Before you access the module

• Take a few minutes to reflect - What is your current understanding of the historical, contextual, and intergenerational factors impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?
• View the following video, titled Journey of health and wellbeing and developed by the Department of Health, Western Australia.