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Trauma Informed Care Certificate Program

Our Trauma Informed Care Certificate is designed for human service professionals, it offers techniques to enhance their work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma. This program:

  • Addresses trauma across all age groups.
  • Emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Builds understanding of self and secondary trauma.
  • Focuses on the impact of trauma on the brain and behavior.
  • Promotes cultural responsiveness.
  • Encourages professional interaction through a trauma-informed lens.

Who It's For

This certificate is relevant for professionals in various fields, including:

  • Social workers
  • Educators
  • Medical professionals
  • Psychologists
  • Law enforcement
  • Child welfare workers
  • Other behavioral health professionals

Certificate Details

The certificate requires a total of 32 Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECHs)

  • 5 Core Courses (Live Virtual) = 10 hours of training:
    • Introduction to Trauma* - 2 CECHs
    • Trauma and the Brain - 2 CECHs
    • Secondary Traumatic Stress* - 2 CECHs
    • Trauma-Informed Organizations - 2 CECHs
    • Trauma-Informed Teams - 2 CECHs

* Updated Titles, older titles (Secondary Trauma and Self Care, Understanding Trauma) still count towards certificate completion

  • Elective Requirement = 22 hours of training
    • Choose from various in-person, live webinar, or online courses.
  • Completion within a 4-year time frame.

 Getting Your Trauma Informed Care Certificate

Getting your Trauma Informed Care Certificate is a straightforward process:

  1. No Application Required: There's no need for an application to get started. Anyone can begin taking courses to earn their certificate. See our current schedule of required and elective courses here https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/trauma-informed-care-certificate-3455729
  2. Keep Track of Your Courses: As you complete the required and elective courses offered by the MSU School of Social Work Continuing Education, make sure to document them. This helps you keep a record of your progress (Download Trauma Informed Class Tracking Page).
  3. Completion Notification: Once you've fulfilled all the necessary course requirements, please reach out to us at swkce@msu.edu.
  4. Certificate Issuance: We will promptly verify your attendance. After verification, we will issue your Trauma Informed Care Certificate.

It's that simple! We're here to support you on your journey to earning your certificate in Trauma Informed Care. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact us at swkce@msu.edu.

Stay Informed about the Trauma Informed Care Certificate

Would you like to stay in the loop and receive timely updates regarding the Trauma Informed Care Certificate program? Sign up using the link below, and we'll make sure you're always in the know about:

  • The latest course schedules.
  • Important news and updates related to the program.

This is perfect for both individuals actively working on meeting certificate requirements and those simply interested in learning more.

Sign Up Now to Stay Informed (Link: https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8HvRrCcTQFTgPps

Frequently Asked Questions:

+Will I be a certified Trauma Counselor after I complete the Trauma Certificate?
No, this certificate is meant to help introduce you to trauma informed techniques for your work, enhance and build on your current skills, and once completed, provide you with an extra endorsement in resume building and job searching efforts.

Trauma Informed Care Certificate

Total of 32 CECHs

5 Core Courses (Virtual) = 10 hours of training:

  • Understanding Trauma - 2 CECHs
  • Trauma and the Brain - 2 CECHs
  • Secondary Trauma and Self-care - 2 CECHs
  • Trauma-Informed Organizations - 2 CECHs
  • Trauma-Informed Teams - 2 CECHs

Elective Requirement = 22 hours of trainings. Choose from a variety of in-person, live webinar or online on-demand courses.

  • Completion within a 4 year time frame
  • Apply at the start of enrollment in the Trauma Certificate program
+Do I need to take the courses in any particular order? How will I know which courses are eligible for the certificate?
No, you can take the courses in any order that fits your schedule. The courses are planned well in advance, we publish a Catalog twice a year and the certificate eligible courses will be identified in each Catalog.
+Are the courses virtual?
The Trauma Informed Care certificate core courses are all virtual, live, and interactive. Elective course will be a mix of in-person, live online, and self-paced online.
+Do I need to be an active student or Alumni of MSU to take Trauma Informed Care Certificate courses?
No, this certificate is open to all that are seeking more knowledge and understanding of trauma.
+I don't live in Michigan, can I complete this certificate?
Yes! We currently offer all of our core courses and electives in a live, synchronous and interactive virtual format. Our courses are open globally but please make sure you check with your regulatory board to see if our courses meet your licensure requirements.

 

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