Training packages

Pre-requisite to becoming an ARC Champion

Our aims of the training are to -

• define complex trauma. Be able to identify at least 3 consequences of early complex trauma exposure
• define Trauma Informed Practice
• identify and briefly describe the 3 domains of the ARC framework
• identify and briefly describe the 8 core targets of the ARC framework
• identify the importance of engagement with service users and identify ways in which engagement can be built
• identify and briefly describe the role of routines and psychoeducation in trauma-informed practice
• identify key members of the caregiving system within the participant’s own system and with their client population
• identify at least one way that the core attachment targets apply to the participant and providers within the participant’s system
• identify one way to support safe caregiving systems for trauma impacted youth
• identify the skills needed to make meaning of Children and Young People’s behaviours
• identify the ways in which caregivers can respond to Children and Young People’s behaviour. This is to meet needs and address the needs for felt safety
• identify at least 2 key targets of intervention for supporting youth regulation
• identify at least 2 activities that can be used to support regulation
• identify and describe at least one aspect of self and identity that may be impacted in trauma exposed youth
• describe one ‘entry point’ for supporting decision-making in youth
• identify at least one strategy or activity that can be used to target executive functioning
• describe at least one phase of trauma experience integration, as defined by the ARC framework

Target audience -

An in depth 2-day training course for all staff who have direct or regular contact with Children and Young People who may be affected by trauma.

This level of training will support those working daily with Children and Young People. This training is delivered by national trainer Kati Taunt. It offers the opportunity for those attending to become ARC Champions in their own service areas.

The Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership Children and Young People’s Trauma Informed Care Programme offers free ARC and senior leaders training. The training is for people working with children and young people in Humber and North Yorkshire.

Email hnf-tr.hnymhpmo@nhs.net or access here for more information.

For dates and booking, email TraumaTraining@heymind.org.uk.