Becoming a Trauma-Informed Education Professional (2-Session Series)

Live 2-Session Webinar | Jan 16 & Jan 30, 2025 | 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. EST

Please note there are two webinar sessions included in this purchase. 

Cost: $195 per person (for the 2-session series!)

Audience: This live webinar is appropriate for any education professional who wants to learn more about the effects of trauma and specific ways to support students who have experienced trauma. Teachers, special educators, administrators, school psychologists, social workers, counselors, BCBA’s, and any other interested parties are welcome.

Attendance: Please note that your purchase provides you with a seat at the live webinar AND access to the recording of the live session for 30 days following the live event. Therefore, you may choose to participate live or use a self-study option via the recording. However, if you are looking for specific credit hours, please refer to the credentials section below.

Module 1: Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Student Behavior 

In this session, you will enhance your understanding of how trauma impacts the brain and body in both children and adults. We will discuss self-management and self-care, as these are essential components of being trauma-informed. Additionally, we will learn some key behavioral strategies to use with students who have experienced trauma. You will leave the session with new understandings and practices you can implement immediately.

Module 2: Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Student Learning 

In this session, you will build upon your new understanding of trauma from Module 1. You will learn more specifics about how trauma impacts learning, memory, and other cognitive processes. Additionally, you will learn how to provide key instructional supports, supply students with executive functioning strategies, teach emotional regulation techniques, and learn several ways to strengthen your relationships with students who have experienced trauma.

Credentials: This program is approved by the following agencies. Please read carefully to understand specific credit hours and attendance requirements.

1. National Association of Social Workers (Approval #886795044-8973 & Approval #886795044-4736).

2. Live attendance required for 2 continuing education credit hours per session.

3. New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work  (Approval #SW-0631)

4. Live attendance or self-study option for 2 continuing education credit hours per session.

5. National Association of School Psychologists (Approval #1155).

6. Live attendance required for 2 continuing professional development hours per session.

7. Behavior Analyst Certification Board (Approval #OP-21-0308).

8. Live attendance or self-study option for 2 continuing education credit hours per session.

9. PD Monster, LLC

10. If the above certifications do not apply, we will provide you with a general certificate of completion.

Presenter: Mahri Wrightington, Ph.D.
Dr. Mahri Wrightington is the founder and CEO of PD Monster. She earned an undergraduate degree in psychology at Bryn Mawr College and a doctorate in school psychology at the University of Connecticut. She holds current school certifications in school psychology and school administration. Having worked as a school psychologist, school administrator, and education consultant for the past 2 decades, Dr. Wrightington has a wealth of knowledge to share with participants. Dr. Wrightington is passionate about providing professional development that will have an immediate impact on the practices of the participants.

Purchase options will be available in August 2024.

Inquire below if you’d like to contract with us directly to present this topic to your school team.

Please note that all registrations are non-refundable. Registration and payment options are below. You may pay online with a credit card or submit a purchase order. For groups of 5 or fewer, the standard per person rate applies.For groups of 6 or more, please use the inquiry button below to receive a group quote.