Trauma Informed Care
- Microcredential
- Department of Education and Human Services
Advance Your Career in Mental Health with Our 9-Credit Microcredential
Elevate your career with our 9-credit microcredential, designed to equip you with essential knowledge, skills, and competencies in trauma-informed care, communication theories, crisis management, and effective client rehabilitation in mental health settings. This program emphasizes the integration of theoretical knowledge with real-world practical application.
This microcredential opens doors to various educational pathways, including:
- Addictions Counseling - A.S. Degree
- Health Studies - A.S. Degree
- Hospital & Community Mental Health Tech - A.A.S. Degree
- Human Services - A.A.S. Degree
- Human Services - A.S. Degree
- Psychology - A.S. Degree
Our program offers students focused expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis management, and mental health, addressing the specific knowledge and skills needed to support individuals in diverse service environments. It not only prepares you for immediate workforce entry but also serves as a solid foundation for further academic pursuits.
This microcredential is relevant to students and professionals in fields such as human services, addiction counseling, psychology, health, education, community and disability services, early care, and criminal justice. Whether you're just starting your educational journey or seeking to advance your career, this program can expand your horizons and create new opportunities for you.
MCC Microcredentials are a great way to showcase the skills that will make you an asset to the regional workforce. These short, focused credit and non-credit programs help you gain in-demand knowledge and abilities employers value highly. Each microcredential is officially recognized by MCC and meets SUNY Microcredential standards, giving you a valuable credential to enhance your resume and expand your career opportunities.
Trauma Informed Care
Microcredential
Department: Education and Human Services
School(s): Community Engagement & Development
This 9-credit microcredential will provide foundational knowledge, skills, and competencies in the areas of trauma and trauma informed care, theories of communication and crisis management, and the development of skills needed for effective management and rehabilitation of clients with mental health disorders. Emphasis is on the combination of knowledge for each area and practical application of that knowledge in real world situations.
Ladders into the following programs:
Addictions Counseling - A.S. Degree
Health Studies - A.S. Degree
Hospital & Community Mental Health Tech - A.A.S. Degree
Human Services - A.A.S. Degree
Human Services - A.S. Degree
Psychology - A.S. Degree
Provides students with targeted and specialized knowledge of trauma informed care, crisis management, and mental health. These are areas that require specialized information and skills to effectively support individuals receiving services in a variety of settings. Provides immediate workforce readiness and/or preparation for continued study. It is relevant to those individuals studying human services, addiction counseling, psychology, health, education, community and disability services, early care, and criminal justice. The same is true for individuals already working in related fields who are seeking to expand career opportunities or advance current roles.
Requirements:
HUM 218 – Working with Trauma Informed Care Skills (3 credits)
HUM 217 – Skills for Mental Health Services (3 credits)
SPC 144 – Communication and Crisis (3 credits)