Professional Development

Research is clear that violence & trauma create obstacles to academic success, and equally clear that everyday interventions in our communities create the possibility for change. Join us to learn from experts who implement trauma-informed practices in their scholarship, pedagogy, and practices. Bring your voice to this community and join the conversation.

All proceeds from presentations, trainings, and honoraria are directly allocated to support the Institute’s work.

Certification & Degree Programs

We’ve curated a list of training and certification options to advance your knowledge further. If you have a program to recommend or your organization would like to be added to this list, please contact us with information at traumainstitute@massbay.edu

Columbia College’s trauma-informed practices certificate
Florida State University (FSU) | Institute for Trauma and Resilience Studies offers professional development certifications and courses.
Lesley University’s Institute for Trauma Sensitivity
North Central College Trauma-informed practice master’s and certificate programs
Oregon Health & Science University Trauma informed educational practices
University of Houston’s Trauma Education Program
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Trauma-Informed Education Programs
Wilmington University Undergraduate Certificate in trauma-informed approaches

bridgewater college
emory university
north shore
bristol
highland
ocean
cape cod
holyoke
suffolk
central wyoming
illinois wesleyan
texas tech
CT state
illinois campus cares
trent university

Have questions or want to learn more about our programs and approach?

Get in touch with us today to start the conversation.

  • “Although I don’t have any administrative power personally, I will use the resources and tools provided to educate and plant seeds with those who do! I also will suggest that our higher-ups attend sessions like this to get them more in-the-know.”
    Conference Attendee
  • “I loved hearing from such a knowledgeable presenter from outside the counseling field. She clearly has quite a passion for this work, and that was contagious.”
    Conference Attendee