The Course
Diving into some of the most critical issues affecting children and adolescents today, these lectures addresses the sensitive topics of trauma, abuse, and suicide within the pediatric population. By taking a close look at the signs and symptoms of each, we'll explore effective trauma-informed care strategies that healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers can employ to support the youngest and most vulnerable members of our society. You'll learn to recognize the nuanced behaviors that can indicate distress, understand the psychological impact of adverse childhood experiences, and discover the best practices for creating a safe and nurturing environment for healing.
What's incredibly powerful about this training is how it equips you with the tools to make a tangible difference in young lives. You're going to walk away with not only a theoretical understanding of these pressing issues but also practical skills that can save lives and foster resilience. Whether you're in the medical field, education, social work, or community services, the insights gained here can be immediately applied to your work with children and teenagers, helping to change their life trajectories from risk-filled to hopeful.
What you will learn
When I first developed these lectures, I poured my heart into understanding the intricate challenges and delicate nature of caring for young individuals who have experienced traumatic events. My aim was to create a resource that was not just informative, but transformative – something that could genuinely make a difference in the lives of children and adolescents in need. These topics are designed to help you feel confident and prepared to make a positive impact in your professional role. You'll appreciate the concepts giving you a well-rounded, practical understanding of how to provide compassionate, effective care to those who need it most. Plus, there's plenty of support materials and resources at your fingertips, so you'll never feel lost or overwhelmed. It's all about giving you the tools to not only recognize and respond to distress but to also foster resilience and healing in the young people you work with.
Comprehensive
A Full Spectrum Approach to Pediatric Trauma and Crisis Intervention
Sensitive
Cultivating Empathy in Managing Child Abuse and Adolescent Mental Health
Proactive
Early Detection and Intervention Strategies for At-Risk Youth
Course Objectives
Develop knowledge about trauma and its potential lifelong effects
Learn how to provide support to the caregiver-child relationship to build resilience and prevent traumatic stress reactions
Screen for trauma history and symptoms
Recognize the cultural context of trauma experiences, response, and recovery
Anticipate guidance for families
Determine how to avoid re-traumatization
Understand processes for referral to counseling with evidence-based therapies when indicated.
Develop awareness of the prevalence of adolescent suicide
Understand the risk factors
Identify and utilize questions to ask
Determine the level of crisis the child is in
Describe what to do if a child is in crisis
FAQs
How long is the course?
This is a one-hour mini course to enhance your practice.
How long does it take to finish the course?
How long the course takes is up to you - you can go at your own pace and your own convenience.
How long will I have access to the course?
You will have lifetime access to the course.
Will I get CCU/CEU credit?
No, given the length of the course, there are no CEUs available.
Will I get access to the full course all at once?
Yes.
Can more than one person view the course with one login?
Please contact me if you have several students in your practice, as discounted pricing is possible! In general, I offer discounts of 10% if less than 5 students are enrolled, 15% off for university students, and 20% off for larger groups. Other considerations include adding a group mentoring hourly rate for a post-course debriefing – let’s talk!
Otherwise, no, the courses are designed to be for one person, and one email login. Original logins cannot be transferred to other emails/persons.
Refunds/cancellations?
Refunds are available within 14 days of purchase if you have not initiated the course.
Accessibility
For questions regarding course support or accessibility please email us at [email protected] for accommodations.
What do I do if I need help?
If you need help with something related to the course, please email [email protected].
You also have opportunities to provide your feedback, ask questions and comments as you go.
Thanks!
Your instructor
Dawn Sandalcidi PT, RCMT, BCB-PMD, possesses an extensive background in the intersection of pediatric pelvic health and trauma-informed practices. With a career spanning over four decades, she has dedicated herself to advancing the field through both her hands-on therapy work and her leadership in professional education. Dawn's expertise, particularly in addressing the delicate needs of young individuals who have experienced bowel and bladder challenges equips her with a profound understanding of the physical and emotional complexities involved in such sensitive cases. Her clinical experience is amplified by her commitment to ongoing professional development, ensuring that she remains at the forefront of current methodologies and therapeutic techniques that can best serve children and adolescents in need.
As an educator and advocate for children, Dawn has crafted her lecture, "Pediatric Trauma Informed Care, Child Abuse and Adolescent Suicide," with both a deep sense of mission and a clear vision for the potential impact on the community. Understanding the gravity of child abuse and the escalating crisis of adolescent suicide, she approaches her teachings with empathy, scientific rigor, and practical strategies that empower healthcare professionals to make a real difference. Dawn's passion for this subject matter is rooted in her belief that early, informed intervention can alter life trajectories, providing hope and healing to those who have endured trauma. Her lecture is an embodiment of her desire to create a more aware, compassionate, and skilled network of caregivers capable of responding effectively to the complexities of pediatric and adolescent trauma.