Topic
Caring for aged care clients who have experienced childhood trauma.
Content
The modules help you to understand the impacts of childhood trauma for aged care clients who have experiences of Forgotten Australians, Stolen Generations, Former Child Migrants, and forced adoption.
- Who are we talking about and why?
- What is complex childhood trauma and why is it relevant for workers in aged care?
- What does this mean for you?
Depth
Intermediate.
Target audience
Aged care workers.
Time to complete
Self-paced.
Authors
This course has been developed by Helping Hand as part of the Real Care the Second Time Around project, funded by the Australian Government Department of Health through the Dementia and Aged Care Services Fund.
Comments
A debrief guide is available for managers and supervisors to use to assist workers following the completion of the course.
Registration required
No.
Payment required
No.
Student support
info@www.helpinghand.org.au
Certificate
Yes.
Country of origin
Australia.
Web Address
https://www.helpinghand.org.au/about-us/diversity-inclusion-belonging/forgotten-australians/trauma-training/
Page updated 02 March 2026