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 6100	Trauma and the Brain	3
PSY 6200	Resilience and Self-Care	3
PSY 6300	Leadership in Trauma-Informed Approaches	3
MED 6801	Building a Responsive Classroom	3

Education Elective Courses (Choose 1 Course)

MEC 6607	Ethical Issues in School Counseling	3
	OR
MEC 7501	Family Counseling	3
	OR
MEC 7502	The Counselor as Consultant	3
	OR
MEC 8015	Mental Health Seminar	3