Integrated Trauma Care Training
for Professionals Program
The Integrated Trauma Care Training for professionals is our flagship Program and we are proud to offer it because there’s nothing like it on the market.
Master traumatic stress, its effects, awareness, recovery and care in such a way to allow you to start helping people
Learn skills to enhance your business and ensure an organization that promotes wellness and well-being.
Location: Online
Date: Intakes – February and August
Course Fee: Level 1: $650 | Level 2: $950
Full Bundle/Coaching Certification: $1,450
Entry Requirements: Must have a college degree or a professional qualification.
You will:
- Become trauma aware and knowledgeable about the impact and consequences of traumatic experiences for individuals, families, and communities.
- Utilize appropriate trauma-related screening and assessment tools
- Reduce retraumatization that can occur from implementing standard organizational policies, procedures, and interventions.
- Gain opportunity for career or business in human services/mental health/wellness
- Access materials and treatment resources ready for use in clinical and coaching settings
Join Dr. Akin Merino, systems psychologist and renowned trauma care and mental wellness expert, and other international faculty for this transformative training.
Ideal for social workers, healthcare providers, educators, customer service personnel, faith leaders, religious leaders, and anyone working in human service fields. Invest in your professional growth and personal well-being. Register now and become a trauma care professional, therapist, practitioner or coach.
Introduction
Trauma is universal, invisible, and pervasive.
In an era marked by global challenges such as the ongoing effects of a pandemic, disasters, geopolitical conflicts, and social inequities, the need for integrating trauma care has never been more critical. As Bessel van der Kolk aptly states in his seminal work, “The Body Keeps the Score,” trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body (van der Kolk, 2014).
You can still have trauma even if it happened to someone else. Studies have shown that seeing something happen to somebody you care about can also produce the effects of that type of traumatic experience in you. An example is how the murder of George Floyd by a police officer impacted the mental health and safety of Black Americans. A 2021 study found that black American communities more than others reported an increase in depressive and anxiety symptoms after repeated news of police brutality more
Why Integrated Trauma Care
This comprehensive training program is designed to equip professionals across human services industries with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to provide effective, compassionate care and service delivery in a world where trauma has become increasingly pervasive. As the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) emphasizes, that is not just about treating trauma but about shifting the paradigm to ask, “What happened to you?” instead of “What’s wrong with you?” (SAMHSA, 2014), and now that paradigm must extend to service delivery across industries.
The compounding nature of recent global events underscores the urgency of this training. The pandemic and economic recession have not only been a source of direct trauma for many but have also exacerbated existing traumas and inequalities. Climate-induced disasters are displacing communities and disrupting lives at an unprecedented rate. Ongoing conflicts and social unrest continue to create new trauma survivors daily.
The Solution
For professionals in human services – whether you’re a healthcare provider, educator, social worker, or community leader – understanding trauma and its impacts is no longer optional; it’s imperative. As Peter A. Levine notes, “Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence” (Levine, 2015). By becoming trauma care practitioners, we can play a crucial role in breaking the cycle of trauma and fostering resilience in individuals and communities.
This training offers three levels of engagement – Foundation, Professional, and Coaching Certification – to meet you where you are in your professional journey and equip you with the tools to make a meaningful difference. By integrating trauma care, you’ll enhance your professional practice and contribute to a more compassionate and resilient society.
Join us in this vital mission to transform service delivery, and care, support healing, and build a world more capable of preventing and addressing trauma. The time for a trauma-free society is now, and your role in this paradigm shift is crucial.
Apply now and be on your way to becoming a catalyst for change in your field and in the lives of those you serve.
References:
- Eichstaedt, J. C., Sherman, G. T., Giorgi, S., & Guntuku, S. C. (2021). The emotional and mental health impact of the murder of George Floyd on the US population. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 118(39), e2109139118. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2109139118
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2014). SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach. HHS Publication No. (SMA) 14-4884.
- van der Kolk, B. A. (2014). The body keeps the score: Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma. Viking.
- Levine, P. A. (2015). Trauma and memory: Brain and body in a search for the living past: A practical guide for understanding and working with traumatic memory. North Atlantic Books.
Integrated Trauma Care Training Overview
This program provides the student with a comprehensive exploration of the Psychological trauma field, including the history and current theories in the field, the nature of trauma (violence, sexual abuse, and natural disasters), how trauma affects individuals and systems, and exploration intotraumatic stress. Also included in the program, is the exploration of the professional’s response to trauma and vicarious traumatization. Further, students are given the chance to review empirically supported practices in the trauma field.
Learning Objectives
| Objectives: |
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| 1. Theoretical Learning: Describe, critique, and apply major theories in the field of psychology. |
| 2. Clinical and/or Community Applications: Apply a broad range of intervention skills to clinical and/or community practice with diverse populations. |
| 3. Professionalization: Conduct themselves as professionals in the field, with reasonable judgment, effective interpersonal skills, and adherence to legal and ethical guidelines/obligations of practice. |
| 4. Human Diversity and Social Justice: Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity, and skills in working with individuals, groups, and communities from various cultural backgrounds and identities, and in working to dismantle systems of marginalization, domination, and oppression. |
| 5. Reflective Practice: Use self-awareness including self-analysis, observation, inquiry, and purposeful reflection to continually improve their own self-knowledge, interpersonal effectiveness, and professional skills. |
| 6. Technology: Student will be able to demonstrate mastery on the use of technology to enhance their TC business models. |
Schedule / Agenda
| Foundation Level (2 weeks) |
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| Introduction to trauma and its impact |
| Principles and Pillars of trauma care |
| Recognizing signs and symptoms of trauma |
| Basic intervention strategies |
| Self-care for practitioners |
| Professional Training (8 weeks) |
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| All content from the Foundation level |
| Advanced trauma theory and neurobiology |
| Vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue |
| Trauma-specific assessment tools |
| Evidence-based intervention techniques |
| Ethical considerations in trauma care practice |
| Cultural considerations in trauma care |
| Trauma care in service delivery and organizational practices |
| Case studies and practical applications |
| Coaching Certification (16 weeks) |
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| All content from Foundation and Professional levels |
| Trauma Treatment and Treatment planning |
| Advanced coaching techniques for trauma survivors |
| Developing trauma care programs |
| Supervision and mentoring skills |
| Building a trauma care practice/mental health business |
| Capstone project: Designing a trauma care intervention |
| Assessment Methods: |
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| Quizzes |
| Case study analyses |
| Role-playing exercises |
| Reflective journaling |
| Capstone project (for Coaching Certification level) |
- Healthcare Professionals
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
- Hospital administrators
- Mental health professionals
- Psychiatric staff
- Social Service Workers
- Social workers
- Case managers
- Child welfare workers
- Homeless shelter staff
- Addiction counselors
- Law Enforcement and Security Personnel
- Police officers
- Security guards
- Correctional officers
- Probation and parole officers
- Education Professionals
- Teachers
- School administrators
- Special education staff
- School counselors
- University campus security
- Customer Service Representatives
- Retail workers
- Call center employees
- Hotel and hospitality staff
- Airline personnel
- Public Service Workers
- Librarians
- DMV employees
- Public transportation staff
- Government agency workers
- Human Resources Professionals
- HR managers
- Employee relations specialists
- Workplace mediators
- Legal Professionals
- Lawyers
- Paralegals
- Court staff
- Mediators
- Caregivers
- Eldercare workers
- Home health aides
- Personal care assistants
- Family caregivers
- Non-Profit and Community Organization Staff
- Volunteer coordinators
- Community outreach workers
- Crisis hotline operators
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Staff
- Therapists
- Counselors
- Rehabilitation center staff
- Religious Leaders and Pastoral Care Providers
- Clergy members
- Chaplains
- Youth group leaders
- Fitness and Wellness Professionals
- Personal trainers
- Yoga instructors
- Wellness coaches
- Property Management Personnel
- Landlords
- Building managers
- Maintenance staff
- Transportation Workers
- Bus drivers
- Taxi and rideshare drivers
- Train conductors
This list covers a wide range of professions where de-escalation skills can be particularly valuable. The training would be beneficial for anyone who regularly interacts with the public or works in potentially high-stress environments.
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17595 Harvard Ave, Ste C-678, Irvine, CA 92614
Meet Your Trainer
Akindotun Merino PHD
Dr. Akin Merino is a Professor of Psychology with a passion for implementing transformational structures for the 21st century. She is a researcher with interest in studies that reduce social and mental health disparities. She firmly believes that Mental health is community health which should be accessible and affordable.
She has worked with community agencies and hospitals as Director of Clinical Training and served as Department Chair and College Dean. In higher education, she has served as Vice President and President at Universities in Southern California.
Dr. Merino serves as a Mental Health Commissioner in Southern California. Dr. Merino as part of the commission provide mental health oversight to residents in San Bernardino 4th district.
Dr. Merino is the President of Jars Education Institute whose mission is to provide trauma-based training to mental health providers, life coaches and those in human service fields. Jars Institute to date has graduated and supervised the most trauma specialists.
She has authored several papers and books and is an international keynote speaker. She’s worked with WHO and other ChildAid and other global organizations and conducts trainings across the globe
Conflicts of Interest:
There is no known commercial interest or conflict of interest for this program.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation of your registration with a full refund less administrative charges can be done up to 7 days before the event. Please email [email protected] to request your cancellation.
Grievance Policy:
We seek to ensure equitable treatment of every person and to make every attempt to resolve grievances in a fair manner. Please email us with your written grievance. Grievances would receive, to the best of our ability, corrective action to prevent further problems.
Accessibility Policy:
This program adheres to the standards of the Americans Disabilities Act. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if special accommodation is required.