Outcomes from an interprofessional curriculum on trauma-informed care among pediatric service providers

The effects of trauma on the health of individuals have been well established as a major public health concern. However, the integration of trauma-informed practices within the multidisciplinary pediatric health care system still faces significant challenges and barriers. This study sought to understand the changes in knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes related to trauma-informed care following administration of a trauma-informed educational intervention. Eighteen pediatric professionals participated in this interprofessional study design. The intervention included several components of self-study, face-to-face active learning experiences, presentations, and case discussions. Six weeks following the intervention, participants engaged in a follow-up focus group dialogue. To crystallize the transformative impact of education in practice, the study used both quantitative and qualitative data. Quantitative data was measured using the Attitudes Related to Trauma Informed Care (ARTIC) scale, while a focus group was used to understand the subjective experiences of participants and the effects of participation on practice. Results showed statistically significant pre- to post-programming improvements across all ARTIC domains. Qualitative themes aligned with the quantitative findings, indicating a sense of empowerment through knowledge, as well as an enhanced awareness of systematic challenges to implementation of trauma-informed care approaches.