Trauma and Resilience

Program Purpose

Creating and sustaining trauma-informed systems requires a knowledgeable workforce made up of skilled professionals who understand the prevalence and significant impact of trauma, are able to apply evidence-based trauma-informed approaches to their work, and emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration across communities. This Area of Distinction provides candidates expertise in trauma-informed approaches so they can achieve better physical and mental health outcomes for people of all ages and in a variety of settings. 

Course Requirements

Trauma and Resilience Core Courses (12 credits)

PSY 6100Trauma and the Brain

3

PSY 6200Resilience and Self-Care

3

PSY 6300Leadership in Trauma-Informed Approaches

3

MED 6801Building a Responsive Classroom

3

Education Elective Courses (Choose 1 Course)

MEC 6607Ethical Issues in School Counseling

3

OR

MEC 7501Family Counseling

3

OR

MEC 7502The Counselor as Consultant

3

OR

MEC 8015Mental Health Seminar

3