Trauma Informed Approaches in Higher Education: Trainings, workshops and consultation services
All PCC employees are welcome to sign up for Trauma Informed Approaches in Higher Education.
A “trauma-informed approach” in higher education refers to the knowledge we hold about the impact of trauma on the lives, experiences, and learning capacities of our students and colleagues, and the subsequent approaches we use with this knowledge in mind. PCC’s Trauma Informed Approaches Training sequence consists of training modules adapted from Trauma Informed Oregon’s Foundations of Trauma series and personalized to be relevant and applicable to our PCC community.
Participants learn about the brain, nervous system, trauma, and trauma responses, and gain practical tools and skills to amplify safety, collaboration, trust, cultural awareness, and executive functioning (including attention, learning, memory, etc.).
Following the training, participants should have a clear understanding of what trauma is and how it impacts our students and colleagues, how to identify and navigate traumatic impact and avoid retraumatization, and how to utilize trauma knowledge to improve classroom and workplace experiences.
Trauma Informed Approaches (TIA) in Higher Education 101
This training explores how trauma impacts student learning, behavior, and engagement and how faculty, staff, and administrators can respond with empathy and effectiveness. Using a trauma-informed lens, participants will explore ways to create safer, more inclusive educational spaces that support resilience, equity, and academic success.
Participants will learn about the brain, nervous system, trauma, and trauma responses, and will gain practical tools to amplify safety, collaboration, trust, cultural awareness, and executive functioning.
Key takeaways
- Understand what trauma is and its impact on learning and behavior
- Identify and navigate traumatic impact and avoid retraumatization
- Apply trauma-informed principles to student support
- Foster inclusive, supportive campus environments
- Support resilience and reduce burnout
PCC’s Trauma Informed Approaches Training sequence consists of training modules adapted from Trauma Informed Oregon’s Foundations of Trauma series and personalized to be relevant and applicable to our PCC community.
TIA 101 training dates
- Tuesday, March 3, 9-12pm, Sylvania Campus
Trauma Informed Approaches to Balance and Self Care for PCC Employees
This workshop offers practical tools to support personal well-being through a trauma-informed lens. Participants will explore how trauma and stress impact the body and mind, and learn strategies for grounding, emotional regulation, and sustainable self-care.
This training emphasizes compassionate, personalized approaches to balance both at work and in daily life.
Key takeaways
- Recognize the impact of chronic stress and trauma on the mind-body system
- Tools for managing stress and nervous system regulation
- Steps to build a sustainable, individualized self-care plan
Balance and Self Care for Employees workshop dates
- Wednesday, February 25, 2-4pm, Zoom
Register for Balance and Self Care
Trauma-Informed Approaches to Balance and Self-Care for Students
This workshop provides practical coping skills to support your personal well-being through a trauma-informed lens. We’ll talk about how stress, past difficult experiences, and everyday pressure can affect your body, mood, and ability to focus. You’ll learn grounding strategies, emotional regulation skills, and ways to build self-care habits that are considerate of you beyond being a student.
Key takeaways
- Understand how chronic stress and trauma can impact your mind and body
- Learn tools for managing stress and regulating your nervous system
- Build a personalized, sustainable self-care plan that supports your daily life as a student
Balance and Self Care for Students workshop dates
- Thursday, February 12, 10-11am
- Wednesday, March 3, 2-3pm
View more information about Balance and Self Care for Students and access the Zoom link.
Trauma Informed Approaches Consultation
PCC Counselors specialize in trauma-informed approaches in higher education and are available to talk with you individually about specific needs or situations. We also have several trainers who can meet with your group to provide trauma-informed training or a tailored workshop.
Please complete this form and allow one week for us to contact you so we can better understand and assess your needs. We look forward to collaborating with you!