The APT Hub for Mental Health Professionals' Development

The overall aim of Trauma Informed Practice is to ensure that services are delivered in ways that prevent further harm or retraumatisation for those who have already experienced psychological trauma or adversity at any stage in their lives. Trauma Informed Practice principles are generally applicable, for instance in: general practice, mental health, residential care, police, criminal justice social work, addiction services and education. Different authors quote slightly differing lists and numbers of ‘key TIP principles’ but most include the following: Safety Trust Choice Collaboration Empowerment And more To help you achieive the aim of trauma informed practice the course covers mainly the following: The definition of a trauma and what effects are commonly experienced post-trauma. The idea that the effects of trauma can persist for a very long time or for ever. What makes for a trauma informed organisation? The APT’s definitive list of factors comparable with those above. Examining additional factors relevant to your own specific situation. How Trauma Informed Practice increases our job satisfaction, motivation and resilience. The questions we need to answer if we want our organisation to be Trauma Informed as well as your own practice. How you can apply the answers to those questions, to the benefit of your organisation.   What you receive as a result of attending the training: Each delegate will be registered as having attended the course and receive a certificate of completion.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

**This refresher course is only available to those that have completed 'Trauma-Focused CB, for all ages' and are wanting to refresh their knowledge and renew their APT Accreditation.** PTSD is an unusual and often devastating clinical phenomenon, with distressing symptoms and the ability to apparently change the personality of the person displaying it. Clinicians can be at a loss for how to respond to it, and may feel frustrated that their established clinical skills, which work well in other conditions, seem to be redundant with PTSD. This course is for clinicians who need to know about PTSD, how to help patients initially lessen the symptoms of it, then process the trauma, and ultimately head towards growing and developing post-trauma. The APT has mastered the delivery of TF-CBT training 'online anytime'; providing top class training you can access right now or any time that suits you. No longer do you have to wait for 'the start date' of the course. "I really enjoyed the course and feel that I have learnt a lot and feel enthusiastic about using my newly acquired skills within my practice." Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), for all ages training from the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT), includes APT accreditation, certification, and resources. And the APT has perfected the art of delivering it in a way that makes it appear simple and easy to apply. "Great training, really interesting and well structured." With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr William Davies presents the course with relevant stories and examples of using TF-CBT and an engaging lightness which perfectly complements the radical nature of the therapy.   "I am delighted by this course. Dr Davies and his dry wit have been wonderful companions. Will buy and undertake others." This course gives you a thorough introduction to TF-CBT, it is APT-accredited, and gives you access to important resources for you to use post-course. Whether you simply want to broaden your knowledge or become a committed TF-CBT practitioner, this course is for you. The course is suitable for individual learners and for organizations wishing to enrol multiple staff members, with access provided on a per-person basis. For further information on the format of APT online training, the APT’s guarantee to you, and how to make a group booking, click here.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more

The aim of this course is to give you a thorough briefing on Trauma Informed Care and Practice in just 2 hours, to prevent further harm to the millions of people who have suffered trauma. The principles of Trauma-Informed Practice are applicable wherever you work, and they apply to your clients and to your colleagues. The course covers the following 5 topics: Types of trauma: sudden traumas, complex traumas, intergeneration traumas. Why so many people currently experience the effects of trauma. Possible effects of trauma: hypervigilance, hyperarousal, increased irritability and sleeplessness, loss of trust. What we as individuals can do to avoid aggravating these effects, both in our clients and our colleagues. Empowerment Suggested guidelines to implement TIP through your organisation. It is an interesting and intensive course lasting two hours plus intro and outro slides. You can tackle it in one sitting or at your own pace. Its pricing is intended to make it accessible both for individuals and whole organisations.   What you receive as a result of attending the training: Each delegate will be registered as having attended the course and receive a certificate of completion.   Bookings: To access the course straightaway, click ‘add to cart’ to purchase by card or PayPal. (If you are ordering the course for somebody else, or a group, create an account and select ‘Bulk Purchase’ once you have proceeded to cart.) If you would like to be invoiced please click here (once the invoice has been paid or upon receipt of an official Purchase Order, we can then grant access to the course). Read more