Developing Trauma Sensitivity for Child Welfare Professionals explores what it means to be trauma-sensitive. This module is the second in a series designed to transition Pennsylvania's Child Welfare organizations into being Trauma-Informed and Healing-Centered. The sections within this module focus on fundamentals of trauma sensitivity; attachment, relationships, and the brain; signs and symptoms of trauma; implementing trauma-informed principles and responding to trauma; self-care; and resources. This training is designed for child welfare professionals including but not limited to intake, ongoing, family services, independent living, and other private and public providers such as adoption and foster agency staff including caseworkers, supervisors, and administrators.

This workshop is eligible for three continuing education credits.