Vicarious and Secondary Trauma: Toxic Stress, Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

This workshop will define trauma, stress, toxic stress, compassion fatigue and burnout in the workplace and their connection to the impact on the brain and body. We will explore the indicators of the natural-occurring human reactions and learn strategies to combat the negative effects. We will also learn about the development of resiliency, the importance of positivity, inclusivity, gratitude and self-care in our professional and personal lives. Through group discussions, activities, videos and self-assessments, we will acquire strategies and tools to focus on strengths and boost overall happiness and whole health.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Define trauma and learn the impact it has on the brain and body
  • Define stress, toxic stress, vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue and burnout and their indicators
  • Describe powerful, protective factors to combat toxic stress
  • Understand how vicarious/secondary trauma operates and acquire strategies to address and manage it
  • Discuss the concept of compassion satisfaction
  • Explain how resiliency connects to whole health
  • Focus on one’s own strengths to boost happiness
  • Describe the importance of positivity, fun, laughter and inclusivity at work
  • Learn strategies to practice gratitude and self-care
Academic Units
0
Section Number
262CTS980
Instruction Method
Online class

Section Notes

Fee Details: The enrollment fee for this 1-day class is $255.00 per participant or .06 training units for those utilizing their county contract. This fee includes quality instruction from subject-matter expert(s), research-based curricula and all digital course materials.

Training Format: This program will be offered via remote learning using Zoom. Login information will be provided after your enrollment is processed.

UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education is committed to providing courses and learning materials that are accessible to all learners, including individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in a course or access training materials, we are here to help. Accommodation may include alternative formats, captioning or other support services. Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your needs. We encourage you to reach out as early as possible so we can best support your experience. 

Enrollment Policies

Enrollment closes on 12/14/26

Those paying by check or with credit card, please have payment to us at your earliest convenience.

To be officially dropped from the class, please notify us at least 10 business days prior to the training start date to drop a class and cancel the billing, or request a refund of fees paid, less than a $30 processing fee (no exceptions). Please use this link to cancel your enrollment:  Enrollment Cancelation Link.

If you have questions, please contact us at (530) 757-8538 or at:  [email protected].

Substitutions can be made with 48-hour minimum notice prior to the training start date. A 48-hour notice is needed to get all updated information processed.