Trauma-informed training for your team
Trauma-informed training for workplaces, NDIS teams, educators and community organisations, in-house across Casey, Cardinia and greater Melbourne, or online.
Training a school team? Read why mental health training for teachers makes a difference.
- Accredited Standard MHFA Instructor
- Trauma-informed, experienced facilitators
- Licensed TCTSY training provider
- Clinically led and evidence-based
- Practical skills you can use at work straight away
Our core courses
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Build practical skills to recognise warning signs and respond with confidence and care.
Trauma-Sensitive Chair Wellbeing
Gentle, accessible movement to support regulation, wellbeing and daily resilience. We also run chair yoga for retirement villages.
De-escalation Training
Calm, trauma-informed strategies to reduce risk and defuse challenging situations.
TCTSY (Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga)
A body-based approach that supports trauma recovery, choice-making and empowerment.
Public courses and on-demand training
Standard Mental Health First Aid
$365 inc. GST
12 hours in person in Berwick, over 2 Wednesdays: 18 and 25 November.
TCTSY 20-Hour Foundational Training (online)
$616 inc. GST
Live on Zoom, 7, 8 and 14 November, 12pm to 5pm Melbourne time. Read the TCTSY 20-hour training details.
Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Intro Course (self-paced, on demand)
$49.95
Recorded practices you can do at home, with 6 months access.
Why train with ATEC
- Evidence-based. Mental Health First Aid and Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, delivered by experienced facilitators.
- Tailored to you. Workshops for teams of all sizes, on-site or online.
- Accessible and compliant. Chair-accessible options, and content aligned with the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and Victoria's psychological health regulations.
Training FAQs
Do you run courses in Casey and Cardinia?
Yes. ATEC is based in Berwick and delivers public courses, chair yoga and in-house training across the City of Casey and Cardinia Shire, plus online across Australia.
Where are ATEC courses held?
In-person programs run at venues in Berwick, other Casey and Cardinia venues, and at your workplace. Many courses are also available live online or on-demand.
How do I book training for my team?
Email enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au with your suburb, organisation, group size and the course you want, or book a free chat.
How much notice do you need for workplace training?
Typical lead time is 3 to 5 weeks. Urgent requests in Berwick and nearby Casey can sometimes be accommodated.
What is your cancellation policy?
Minimum numbers apply. If you cancel with 28 or more days' notice, there is no charge. If you cancel with less than 28 days' notice, 50% of the total booking fee is charged. If you cancel with less than 48 hours' notice, 100% of the total booking fee is charged. To cancel, email enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au. Transfers are welcome, so you can nominate a colleague to attend in your place. If ATEC cancels, you can move to another date or get a full refund.
Which suburbs do you service?
Across Casey and Cardinia, including Berwick, Narre Warren, Hallam, Endeavour Hills, Doveton, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Cranbourne, Clyde, Clyde North, Pearcedale, Beaconsfield, Officer, Pakenham, Emerald, Cockatoo, Gembrook, Koo Wee Rup, Lang Lang, Bunyip and Garfield. Online options are available everywhere.
Can you help with WorkSafe psychosocial hazards?
Yes. Our Psychosocial Safety at Work workshops cover employer duties under the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and Victoria's psychological health regulations, with practical risk management for managers and HR.
Is de-escalation training the same as restraint training?
No. Our program is prevention-first. It focuses on why behaviour escalates, staff self-regulation and communication that reduces threat.
Do you train schools and NDIS teams?
Yes. Schools can book trauma-aware education, supporting students with anxiety, and de-escalation for staff. NDIS providers use MHFA and de-escalation training to support staff after incidents and reduce turnover.
Are courses suitable for beginners?
Yes. Chair yoga, TCTSY and many wellbeing workshops are beginner-friendly and options-based. Standard MHFA is designed for people with or without a mental health background.
ATEC is not a crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department.
For 24/7 crisis support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. More services are on our emergency contacts page.
ATEC is an ACA registered counselling organisation and an NDIS-verified provider.
Australian Trauma Education Centre, PO Box 1024, Berwick VIC 3806. enquiries@atec.vic.edu.au
