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Microcredential in

Trauma Informed Care

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1 Semester
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What you'll learn

Navigate the complexities of trauma with the Trauma Informed Care microcredential. For those in professions called to support those who may be in crisis, the ability to understand trauma and its implications is critically important. Through this microcredential, you will explore the impact of trauma on an individual or group-whether it is new or existing-and assess how that trauma can lead to challenging situations. You will learn essential skills and strategies in the areas of communication, crisis management, mental health, and trauma care with the goal of de-escalation. This microcredential is grounded in the concepts of patient support, cultural awareness and sensitivity, criminal and social justice. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and adds a specialized skillset to existing professionals across a broad range of disciplines including education, healthcare, law enforcement, emergency response, human resources and more. For those who plan to seek employment in one of these fields, completion of this microcredential can add a skillset that sets you apart from other applicants.

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Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.

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