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Online Trauma Recovery Certificate: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Do You Want to Learn About the Online Graduate Certificate in Practices in Trauma Recovery?

We’re here to provide valuable information as you look for the right online Trauma Recovery Certificate program for you. Review these frequently asked questions to learn about the program duration, tuition, career opportunities, and more. You’re also invited to call 844-386-7321 or email SWAdmissions@widener.edu to discuss these topics further with a program manager.

Tuition and Fees

Our program managers are here to assist with opportunities to make the online Trauma Recovery Certificate cost-effective. Although scholarships are unavailable for this program, you can pursue a variety of financial aid options, including the following:

  • Complete the FAFSA® to determine financial aid eligibility. Our FAFSA code is 003313.
  • Apply for a Sallie Mae loan.

For additional tuition details, visit the Program Overview page.

The online Trauma Recovery Certificate includes a $500 fee for the eight supervised seminars.

Admissions

To begin the online Trauma Recovery Certificate program, you’ll need to have a current clinical placement or work in a professional setting. Visit the Program Overview page for additional admission requirements.

Curriculum

This online Trauma Recovery Certificate includes 12 credit hours. Visit the Program Overview page to learn more about each course.

You’ll complete four courses to earn your Trauma Recovery Certificate online. During the program, you’ll learn to engage in trauma-informed practice with an understanding of human behavior, trauma treatments, and best practices for clinical social work. Visit the Program Overview page for additional details.

The online Trauma Recovery Certificate does not include concentrations or specializations. All students complete four courses that delve into the treatment of trauma, human behavior, and clinical social work topics. To review the courses, visit the Program Overview page.

According to the Trauma-Informed Care Implementation Resource Center, committing to transparency is essential to building trust with clients. It’s also important to conduct proper assessments to understand the root cause of trauma and identify the proper treatment. To learn how the online Trauma Recovery Certificate prepares you to support individuals affected by trauma, visit the Program Overview page.

Career Outlook

The online Trauma Recovery Certificate program prepares you to become a trauma social worker, rehabilitation counselor, and trauma-informed therapist. The courses also explore the treatment of traumatic symptomatology, making the program appeal to professionals interested in learning how to become a trauma counselor. Learn more about your career options by visiting the Careers page.

By earning this graduate certificate online, you can grow as a trauma-informed social worker through courses that explore human behavior, the treatment of trauma, and best practices for clinical social work. However, the program does not confer social work trauma certification, trauma counselor certification, or other professional certifications in trauma. To learn more about the program, visit the Program Overview page.

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