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Program Evaluation of Multidisciplinary Training on Trauma Informed Care
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| Jessica Heschel, Wright State University, heschel.2@wright.edu
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| Anne Willis, Wright State University, willis.54@wright.edu
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| Abstract:
This evaluation was conducted for a child advocacy center, which was attempting to encourage the implementation of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) within county organizations and create a learning community to support the model. It consisted of both an assessment of the perceived need for TIC within the agencies, and barriers to implementation of the model. In an effort to complete their goal, the agency designed three trainings on TIC. The purpose of the trainings was to inform non-mental health agencies about the signs and effects of trauma. Prior to the training, participants took an internet-based survey constructed by the evaluators. In addition evaluators conducted a focus group following the training, thus using a mixed-methods design to enhance the quality and validity of the evaluation. Results indicated a high need for TIC within the community; however, participants felt they lacked sufficient information to implement and fund TIC.
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