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Trauma Informed Care Module 1

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Presented by: Andrew Garland-Forshee and Sally Guyer

Summary

As the first session in a four-module series, this workshop establishes the foundational concepts and core principles of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) within higher education. Presenters Andrew Garland-Forshee and Sally Guyer examine how trauma can influence student engagement, learning, and overall academic success. Attendees will explore essential trauma-informed principles and learn how to identify practical, early implementation steps for creating supportive environments across physical classrooms, online spaces, and campus support areas.

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Presentation Outcomes
  • Understand the foundational principles and core framework of Trauma Informed Care in educational settings.
  • Identify early, practical implementation steps for classrooms and student support spaces.
  • Recognize the impact of trauma on student engagement, focus, and learning outcomes.

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