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Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings
Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings

Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings

Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings Graduate Certificate

Many children experience trauma, so it's crucial for youth-serving professionals to be equipped with the skills to recognize and respond effectively. The Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings certificate addresses contemporary issues in a variety of learning environments and focuses on holistic approaches to child and family development and culturally responsive practice.

12
Units required
Format
On-campus and online options
$2,137
per unit
Availability
Based on Limited Spots

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Through the core curriculum of the MSW program, you may have already completed 6 of the units you need for a certificate. Adding on a graduate certificate — designed to enhance your skills and knowledge base for specific expertise — will allow you to stand out in the social work specialization that interests you.

Current students in the Master in Social Work Degree Program are eligible for any graduate certificate of their choosing.

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What You'll Learn

Through the practice of balance, inclusion and connection, students will gain state-of-the-art knowledge and skills needed for effective and ethical trauma treatment in educational settings.

  • Discover how to adequately respond to the overwhelming psychological needs of students
  • Understand how to balance holistic interventions with evidenced-based interventions like Bounce Back, Psychological First Aid and Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools
  • Critically review policy, theory and principles of social work practice related to school settings
  • Learn about the impact that different types of trauma and crises have on students, staff and the larger school system

Coursework

The certificate team will help you determine which courses you need to take to complete your certificate. Please note, not all classes are offered every semester.

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Adding on a Graduate Certficate

Hear from Steve Hydon, Program Lead for the Trauma-Informed Practices in Educational Settings Graduate Certificate

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This program is currently only available to current students.