Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition that can affect anyone following exposure to trauma. Whether in the workplace, community, or personal life, knowing how to recognise and respond to PTSD can make a meaningful and lasting difference.
This course has been designed to provide a clear, practical, and evidence-informed understanding of PTSD. It goes beyond basic awareness, equipping learners with the confidence to respond appropriately, support others sensitively, and contribute to more trauma-informed environments.
Grounded in guidance from organisations such as the NHS and Mind, this course combines theory with real-world application, ensuring learners can translate knowledge into meaningful action.
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for:
- Managers, supervisors and team leaders
- HR professionals and workplace wellbeing leads
- Health and social care staff
- Education professionals
- Customer-facing roles and frontline staff
- Anyone wanting to better understand PTSD and how to support others
What You Will Learn
- By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand what PTSD is and how it develops
- Recognise the signs, symptoms and impact of trauma
- Respond appropriately and confidently to someone experiencing PTSD
- Apply trauma-informed principles in real-world settings
- Support recovery while maintaining appropriate boundaries
- Understand when and how to signpost to professional support
Course Disclaimer:
This course is designed for information and awareness purposes only and does not, unless otherwise stated, provide a regulated qualification or evidence of occupational competence. Learners are responsible for obtaining any additional training, assessment, supervision, or certification required by their employer, sector regulations, or professional standards.
