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Working with Indigenous Communities in Recovery
An introductory, Canada-focused course that equips frontline health and recovery workers with culturally safe, trauma-informed knowledge and practical skills for supporting First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people in recovery. Blends Canadian policy guidance, Indigenous-led program examples, and practical examples to support safe, respectful practice.
Lifetime accessCertificate of completion17 lessonsMobile & desktop
Trauma-Informed CareCultural CompetencyIndigenous Communities
$60CAD
6 CEU hrs
What you'll learn
Foundations of cultural safety and trauma‑informed practice relevant to Indigenous peoples in Canada
How to apply Indigenous worldviews, traditional healing, and recovery‑oriented approaches alongside clinical care
Practical communication, collaboration and referral skills for working respectfully with Elders, communities and Indigenous-led programs
Requirements
- Registration or professional standing in a relevant helping profession (counselling, nursing, social work, recovery support) recommended
- Commitment to ongoing learning and local consultation with Indigenous partners and Elders (no prior Indigenous-specific training required)
Who this course is for
- Canadian counsellors and social workers
- Nurses and primary care clinicians
- Recovery professionals, harm reduction workers and allied health staff
- Program planners and supervisors working with Indigenous clients or communities
Course Content
5 sections • 17 lessons • 6 hours total length
