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Masterclass in Parent Carer Trauma for Practitioners

Masterclass in Parent Carer Trauma for Practitioners

By Born at the Right Time

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  • On-Demand course

  • 4 hours

  • All levels

Description

An E-Learning Course by Born at the Right Time
Created by Rachel Wright, with leading voices in the field
Welcome to the Masterclass in Parent Carer Trauma

Going beyond awareness to meaningful action

This powerful and timely course explores the trauma experienced by parent carers. Drawing on the latest research and the expertise of professionals with lived experience, this course offers practical, responsive strategies for professionals working across health, education, and social care.

Parent carers are often navigating extreme and ongoing stress while advocating for their children and working alongside hard working practitioners within often fragmented and uncoordinated systems. This course helps to understand, recognise, and respond to that trauma with empathy, authority, and actionable care.

As with all Born at the Right Time training, this course will be

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Delivering

Actionable Solutions

Who This Course is For?

This masterclass is for professionals working in Special Educational Needs (SEN), health, education, and social care, including those in face-to-face, managerial, and commissioning roles.

What You’ll Gain

  • A clear understanding of how trauma is expressed in parent carers

  • Insight into systems-generated trauma and the unintended potential harm from repetitive assessments, fragmented services, and disempowering practices

  • Knowledge of the impact of trauma on parent carer health and well-being, including suicide risk

  • The unseen negative impact parent carer trauma has on practitioners and the systems they work within

  • Practical strategies to create safe, trusting relationships with parent carers

  • Communication strategies that prioritise empathy, respect, and emotional regulation

  • A trauma-informed lens that supports collaboration, co-production and personalised care

  • Reflection opportunities to consider how you and your service can make meaningful change

Learn From Leading Voices

This course features insights and teaching from some of the most respected names in the fields of trauma, disability, and parent carer lived experience:

  • Dr Joanna Griffin – Counselling Psychologist, parent carer, author of Day by Day, and founder of Affinity Hub

  • Dr Julie Calveley – Learning Disability Nurse, Founder of NAC, specialising in trauma and wellbeing in people with complex disabilities

  • Dr Ana Aiello – Researcher in Human Rights and Disability at Leeds University, specialising in Parent Carer Blame and Systemic Injustice

  • Dr Siobhan O’Dwyer – Associate Professor in Social Care at Birmingham University, leading international research into parent carer suicide and homicide

  • Dr Julian George – Journalist and knowledge transfer consultant focused on the deaths of learning disabled and autistic people

  • Ellie Chapple – Dynamic speaker, inclusion advocate and change-maker, known for her message to #FlipTheNarrative

Why This Matters

Parent carers save the UK economy over £132 billion annually through their unpaid labour (Carers UK, 2020), yet face chronic stress and deteriorating health outcomes (Miodrag & Hodapp, 2010; Fraser, 2023). Systems often inadvertently cause further trauma, eroding trust and damaging relationships.

As a practitioner, you have the power to reduce harm and promote a safe, collaborative environment. By understanding trauma and responding with empathy, clarity, and purpose—you can help create environments that promote safety, dignity, and growth.

Course Features

  • Interactive content and reflection activities

  • Real-life case studies and downloadable tools

  • Evidence-informed strategies you can apply immediately

  • Learn at your own pace, anytime

  • Certificate of completion provided

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Take the Next Step

Join a community of professionals who are reimagining what it means to work with families. This course is a call to action—one that moves beyond awareness into meaningful, compassionate practice.

➡️ Enrol now in the Masterclass in Parent Carer Trauma.

Inclusion and Diversity Statement

We acknowledge that trauma is experienced differently depending on intersectional identities. Race, gender, sexuality, disability, culture, and class profoundly shape how families encounter and navigate trauma. At Born at the Right Time, we are committed to inclusive, equitable practice that recognises and values the rich diversity of all families. We strive to amplify marginalised voices and challenge the structural inequalities that continue to impact outcomes for parent carers and their children.

Content Warning

This course contains accounts of traumatic lived experiences, including discussions of suicide, homicide, and systemic injustice. We encourage participants to engage with care and consider their own wellbeing while participating in this training.

This is a flexible e-learning course, which can also be delivered in-person by Born at the Right Time’s experienced trainers. To book a bespoke session focused on your specific objectives, context and learner needs, email: training@bornattherighttime.com

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long do I have to complete the course?

    You are able to work through this 'On-demand' course at your own pace within 60 days of the start date. If you will require an extension, please contact us. 

  • Do I need to complete the course in one session?

    No, you do not need to complete the course in one session. You can work through the course at your own pace, pause and return when you are able, your progress will be saved. In order to return to the course, please use the 'View and manage your order' link from your 'Order Confirmation' email. 

  • Can I purchase this training for a larger group/team?

    Yes, please contact training@bornattherighttime.com and one of our team would be happy to help. 

  • Is this course CPD certified?

    Yes, this course is CPD certified. In order to receive your certificate you will need to submit the required components outlined on the learning page. 

  • Can a whole team, department or organisation access this course?

    Yes, we would be delighted to host this training for your team, department or organisation. Please email admin@bornattherighttime.com for more information. 

  • Are there any more courses like this?

    Born at the Right Time Ltd  delivers training on communication, co-production, collaboration, personalised care and parent carer trauma. 

    We also collaborate with Simple Stuff Works to provide 24-hour postural care training. 

    To find out more please email admin@bornattherighttime.com 


course Content

7 sections•36 lessons
Welcome3 lessons
  1. 1Masterclass in Parent Carer Trauma
  2. 2The Case for Change: Understanding the Urgency
  3. 3Contents
Module 1: Introduction to Trauma5 lessons
  1. 1Vicarious Trauma: Disabled People and Trauma through the Ages
  2. 2Definition of Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD
  3. 3Dimensions of Parent Carer Trauma
  4. 4Impact of Parent Carer Trauma on Practitioners and Services
  5. 5Summary and Actionable Solutions
Module 2: Systems Generated Trauma (SGT)6 lessons
  1. 1What is Systems generated trauma?
  2. 2Understanding Institutionalised Parent Carer Blame
  3. 3Safeguarding and Systems Generated Trauma
  4. 4Services and Systems Generated Trauma
  5. 5Legal Transitions and Systems Generated Trauma
  6. 6Summary and Actionable Solutions
Module 3:The Personal Impact of Trauma on Parent Carers4 lessons
  1. 1Recognising Trauma in Parent Carers
  2. 2Health Under Pressure: Why Parent Carer Trauma Is a Public Health Priority
  3. 3The Hidden Crisis: Parent Carer Suicide and Homicide
  4. 4Summary and Actionable Solutions
Module 4: Impact of trauma in delivering safe... 4 lessons
  1. 1Inequalities, bias and barriers
  2. 2Role of Conflict in Trauma
  3. 3Parent Carer Trauma and Safe Decision Making
  4. 4Summary and Actionable Solutions
Module 5: Changing the story: A New Way8 lessons
  1. 1Trauma Informed Practice and Psychological First Aid
  2. 2Life Changing News
  3. 3Post Traumatic Growth
  4. 4Identity, Empathy and Humanity
  5. 5Meaningful Connection
  6. 6Parent Carer Support
  7. 7Co-ordinated and Specialist services
  8. 8Summary and Actionable Solutions
Conclusion and Resources6 lessons
  1. 1Conclusion
  2. 2Resources and Reading
  3. 3Further Training from Born at the Right Time
  4. 4Feedback
  5. 5Certification
  6. 6Share this course with your colleagues

About The Provider

Born at the Right Time
Born at the Right Time
Southend-on-sea
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