Welcome to “Overcoming Compassion Fatigue,” a video lesson intended to help you understand what compassion fatigue is and how to minimize its effects. From this lesson, you’ll first learn about how compassion fatigue is the result of the combination of secondary trauma and cumulative burnout. Then, this lesson covers who is most at risk of experiencing compassion fatigue and what the common symptoms are. Finally, you’ll learn various methods for mitigating the effects of compassion fatigue. By applying the tips from this lesson, you will be able to become more resilient to workplace stressors and renew your ability to care for others effectively no matter what your job is.
Overview
COURSE DIFFICULTY
COURSE DURATION
10m
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Recognize the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue
Implement strategies to mitigate the effects of compassion fatigue
Develop self-care practices to enhance personal well-being
Foster resilience in themselves and their teams
Create a supportive work environment that promotes emotional health
Healthcare Professionals, Social Workers, Counselors, Mental Health Practitioners, Caregivers
None
01. Understanding Compassion Fatigue
02. Identifying Risk Factors
03. Strategies for Prevention and Recovery
04. Self-Care Techniques
05. Building Supportive Work Environments
SKILLS LEARNED
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Recognize the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue
Implement strategies to mitigate the effects of compassion fatigue
Develop self-care practices to enhance personal well-being
Foster resilience in themselves and their teams
Create a supportive work environment that promotes emotional health
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Healthcare Professionals, Social Workers, Counselors, Mental Health Practitioners, Caregivers
PREREQUISITES
None
COURSE OUTLINE
01. Understanding Compassion Fatigue
02. Identifying Risk Factors
03. Strategies for Prevention and Recovery
04. Self-Care Techniques
05. Building Supportive Work Environments
