PK306: Psychological injury and trauma
Learn about the importance of post-traumatic growth
- Learn about the biology and psychology of psychological injuries
- Become familiar with psychological first aid
- Learn about psychological injuries, trauma and PTSD
Approx. 15 hours of training,
with 12 months to complete
4 modules for just
$466.00
Gain an in-depth understanding of the latest science in lifestyle medicine for mental health and help affect positive outcomes for your patients or clients with mild to moderate mental health challenges.
In this course you will learn about psychological injuries, trauma, PTSD, and phobias. You will understand which tools to use in your coaching sessions during the post-traumatic growth phase and become familiar with a variety of positive psychology tools. Your study includes:
- The normal physiology of a psychological injury
- Psychological first aid and the MANERS model
- What is trauma informed care?
- What is re-traumatisation?
- Supporting the post traumatic growth phase
Study online, at home, any time
All our courses are accessed from the convenience of your computer, smartphone or tablet, all from the comfort of your own home.
Learn on your own time, at your own pace, and in your own space.
Meet your instructor
Josh Darby
Senior Firefighter and Health Researcher
Josh has over 17 years of operational experience in the fire service, is a peer supporter and health researcher, having undertaken a postgraduate pathway of violence and trauma studies, examining suicide, psychological injury, and maladaptive behaviour within Fire and Emergency.
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Course Overview
This course includes:
Module 1: The biology and psychology of psychological injury
Module 2: Psychological first aid and trauma informed care
Module 3: Understanding and dealing with PTSD
Module 4: Post-traumatic growth
Approx. 15 hours of training,
with 12 months to complete
4 modules for just
$466.00
Frequently Asked Questions
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When does the course start and finish?
This course is available for you to start immediately as soon as you enrol with online, 24/7 access. You then have 12 months to complete your short course.
How long will it take to complete?
The course usually takes approximately 12-15 hours to complete.
Can I go at my own pace?
Yes. You can do this course in your own time and at your own pace, with online 24/7 access. The course can easily be completed within four weeks by committing to approximately 3-5 hours of learning per week. You do however have up to 12 months to complete your course.
Do I receive any certification for completing the course?
You will receive a PREKURE Certificate of Completion for this course.
What happens after I finish the course?
If you would like to continue learning, choose another Short Course or cross-credit into one of our Certificates.
Do I have to be a Health Coach or Health Professional to do this course?
No. This course is perfect if you want to upskill for your own benefit. You will learn many tips and tricks that will help you and your loved ones.
Who should do this course?
This course is ideal for medical doctors, registered nurses, physios, personal trainers, dietitians, nutritionists, PREKURE trained Health Coaches and allied health professionals.
It is also perfect for people who want to upskill for your own or your family’s benefit.
I am a nurse, physio or pharmacist. Does this course counts towards my CPD credits?
Yes, it counts as 15 hours.
Is this a CME endorsed course by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGPs)?
Our courses have been endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) and have been approved for CME credits for the General Practice Educational Programme (GPEP) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes.
How do I know this course is credible and contains correct information?
The course is scientifically-based and evidence-informed with full academic references provided for all materials. It is taught by our highly qualified, world-class teaching Faculty with extensive real-world experience. One of our past students says, “By aligning with a professional group like PREKURE, I can reassure my clients that I am using the latest, evidence-based tools and techniques to support them.”
What if I am unhappy with the course?
If you are dissatisfied for any reason with your purchase, contact us within 30 days and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked.
Do I get lifetime access to this course?
No. All PREKURE course content is available for 12 months from the date you enrol. Each module does however come with notes that you can download.
If you’re completing this Short Course as part of a Certificate you can retain access to your course content by joining the PREKURE Postgrad Network, an exclusive membership offering postgraduate professional support to PREKURE Certificate graduates. This includes access to updated content, resources and references as we continue to develop and re-release courses.
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PREKURE provides training in the theory and practice of lifestyle medicine for mild to medium mental health challenges. We cannot provide personalised medical advice. If you or your loved ones require personal medical advice, or suffer from moderate to severe mental ill-health, then we recommend you consult a registered health practitioner (GP, Registered Psychologist).
Need help now?
- In New Zealand: If life is in danger, call 111 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor or access other Helplines and Support here
- In Australia: If life is in danger, call 000 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department. Or call 13 11 14 (Lifeline), 1300 22 4636 (Beyond Blue), or call 1300 659 467 (Suicide Call Back Service).