Trauma Interventions & Prevention Certificate (Plan 25HM)

This program is designed for students who have a bachelor's or master's degree in human services, social work, counseling, or an approved related field who are interested in gaining specialized knowledge and skills to work with survivors of various traumas including war, violence, natural and man-made disasters, interpersonal violence, abuse, accidents, and personal/family crises. Degree-seeking students will complete general education and Human Services core courses, plus courses specific to trauma interventions and prevention. Students will gain skills and knowledge to enhance their previous education and enable employment in the human services fields such as substance use/addictions, child care resources and referral, domestic violence, homeless programs, sexual violence programs, corrections and more. The prerequisite coursework may be waived by the Department Chair for students with similar courses and a master's degree in an approved program.