This training is based on the “4 R's of a Trauma-Informed Approach,” a tool developed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration with input from researchers and trauma survivors.

The 4 R's:

• Realize the prevalence and impact of trauma

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma

• Respond by integrating trauma-informed principles to create a safe and nurturing school climate

• Resist re-traumatization

This series is designed for any adult who works with children and youth. The skills and perspectives shared are relevant across many roles, such as paraprofessionals, school-based service providers (e.g., physical, occupational, and speech therapists), coaches, librarians, and staff at youth-serving organizations.

Whether you work in a school, a community program, or another setting, you’ll gain tools to create supportive, safe, and empowering environments for young people.

This training is free of charge and open for you to share with colleagues, friends, and your community.

The training series has four sessions, each approximately one hour long. The sessions are self-guided and on a digital platform.

Learners have found it helpful to do one session per week so that they can practice the skills and techniques after each session. The four-session series is not intended to be completed in a single sitting. However, you can set your own pace.

We do ask that, once started, the training be completed within four to six weeks so that we can open more slots to additional educators.

‍Absolutely! Completing the training as a group makes it more meaningful. Participants can share tips, real-life experiences, and support each other’s learning. A discussion guide is included to help guide conversations and reinforce key lessons. See our group implementation resources to get started. ‍

If you’re a school or district administrator considering this training as part of your professional development (PD) program, please contact us. We’ll help you design the right setup for your group and provide additional information about next steps.

For larger organizations, The Mayerson Center offers advanced support for group implementation, including registration help, progress reports, facilitator coaching, and trauma-informed care assistance. Contact us for details and pricing.

It depends on your state’s requirements. When you complete the course, you’ll get a certificate for four hours of learning. Share it with your program administrator to see if it qualifies for credit.

Please visit the "Get Started" page for guidance on technical trouble-shooting