Professional Development

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At ETEA, we are dedicated to providing high-quality education that is aligned with industry needs, helping students build successful careers.

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All of our Professional Development suite has been written by Rebecca O’Sullivan and is facilitated by a small team of ETEA educators and industry experts. Full details of which are provided in the PD details section.

Rebecca O’Sullivan (BPsych, GradDipFDRP, GradDipMgmt, DipYouthWk, DipCouns, CertIVTAE, Cert III IS) is an experienced Educator, Curriculum Developer, Counsellor, Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, and Child Consultant.

Rebecca has extensive experience over the past 20 years working in Education, Child Protection, Mental Health, Counselling, ‘at risk’ Youth Services and has written and managed many programs in service provision and for professionals working in these sectors.

With extensive professional and academic experience, Rebecca understands the complexities of family dynamics, developmental psychology, trauma, and attachment theory.

Drawing on psychological principles and regulatory requirements of the Mental Health, NDIS, and Child Protection Sector, Rebecca provides consultation to organisations on how to use accredited qualifications to upskill their staff to ensure ongoing best practice within their organisations and compliance with associated regulatory frameworks.

As the course coordinator of Education, Training, and Employment Australia, Rebecca is committed to training future professionals in the aforementioned fields and contributes to the shaping of policies and practices that will safeguard children and empower families through training and consultation provided through ETEA.

Course Offerings

Trauma care

Trauma-Informed Care

Understanding the impact of trauma on individuals and learning techniques to provide support that respects and considers their experiences.
Effective communication

Effective Communication Skills

Techniques for enhancing communication with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, including active listening, conflict resolution, and non-verbal communication.
Leadership

Leadership and Team Building

Developing leadership skills, understanding team dynamics, and fostering a collaborative work environment to enhance service delivery.
Wellness

Self-Care and Burnout Prevention

Techniques for managing stress and preventing burnout in community service work, including mindfulness practices, work-life balance strategies, and building resilience.
Mental Health Awareness

Improving Mental Health Awareness

Training participants to recognize the signs of mental health crises, provide initial support, and guide individuals towards appropriate professional help.
Addressing Suicide Risk

Understanding and Addressing Suicide Risk

Training on identifying warning signs, risk assessment techniques, and developing intervention strategies to support individuals at risk of suicide.
Wellness strategies

Mental Wellness Strategies

Techniques for promoting mental well-being in clients and staff, including stress management, coping strategies, and resilience building.
Crisis intervention

Crisis Intervention Techniques

Skills and strategies for effectively managing crises involving individuals experiencing mental health emergencies, including de-escalation methods.
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Foundations of Counselling

Techniques for building trust and fostering open communication with clients, including active listening, empathetic responses, and establishing supportive counselling relationships.
Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse and Co-Existing Needs

Understanding the intersection of mental health and substance use, factors contributing to these issues, and effective intervention strategies.
Understanding and Responding to Family and Domestic Violence

Understanding and Responding to Family and Domestic Violence

Approaches for providing safety and support to individuals affected by family and domestic violence, including safety planning, empathetic counselling, and effective intervention strategies for positive change.
Supporting Diverse Abilities

Supporting Diverse Abilities

Strategies for delivering person-centred care to individuals with diverse abilities, focusing on creating inclusive environments, responding to individual needs, and promoting independence and dignity.