Foster Care Training

Online Class

Although not often discussed, vicarious trauma is a common result of being an open empathetic helping professional who is exposed to traumatic material while at work. This topic will be discussed within the context of COVID-19. This training will not only help participants understand the concept of vicarious trauma but will also raise awareness of the signs and symptoms associated with it. We will also make a distinction between vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue. The training will end by discussing the importance of self-care. Self-care will be expanded to include the concepts of ways in which community care and structural care are A combination of lecture, group discussion, and experiential exercises will be used throughout the training.