What will be covered during this info session? 

During this session you will learn about:  

• The new online Certificate of Specialization program in Trauma-Informed Education offered by the department of Special Education 

• Eligibility, program structure, and admissions  

• Career Implications 

What is this certificate program about? 

The online certificate program in Trauma-Informed Education (TIE) will prepare you to identify and implement trauma-informed practices in education settings. The coursework consists of content related to: 

• trauma-informed education,  

• child development, and  

• researching solutions to issues of everyday practice in education such as behavior, academics, classroom management, strengths-based approaches to support, and individualization.  

Who should attend? 
This certificate program will be relevant for individuals who: 

• are interested in understanding how trauma impacts child development, behavior, and educational experiences.  

• would like to learn about the principles of trauma-informed care and how to apply them in educational settings.  

• are interested in enhancing their teaching skills to be supportive of children who have experienced trauma.

 Upon completion of this program, you will be able to: 

• Evaluate the impact of trauma on child development 

• Understand the complex relationship between trauma and disability 

• Modify existing learning environments to become trauma-informed 

• Facilitate self-care practices and reflection opportunities in everyday education practices  

• Research and design practical solutions to issues related to trauma in education  

Students completing this certificate program can apply the course credits earned towards a master’s or a doctorate program upon admission to those programs. 

For Program Information, please view: https://education.illinois.edu/sped/programs-degrees/trauma/cos 

Sponsor: Education at Illinois – Online Programs  

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