At DFPS, we recognize the effects of trauma on children and their families and how a trauma-informed approach strengthens service delivery. This course introduces trauma-informed care, and reviews:

  • how trauma impacts the brain, child development, and life functioning.
  • how toxic stress and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact health and outcomes.
  • ways to prevent and address secondary traumatic stress.
  • practical strategies for applying trauma-informed knowledge and care.

Price: Free

Course Credit: 2 hours

Requirements: Each person who is required to complete the training must receive their own certificate.

Additional Information for Child-Placing Agencies and Residential Operations

This online training is one of the DFPS approved Trauma Informed Care Trainings required under Section 13. D) Trauma Informed Care of the Residential Child Care Contract.

You may also download a copy of the training English | Spanish to use as a guide. 

Additional Information for DFPS Foster Adopt Homes

Each foster and adoptive parent must receive trauma informed care training annually. Each prospective foster parent or adoptive parent must receive trauma informed care training prior to foster home verification or adoptive home approval.