Trauma-Informed Specialist Certification
Certified Parent Coach and Educational Trainer
At HEART-STRONG International, we are working to move away from the traditional behaviorist (rewards and consequences) model that is so prevalent in families and schools today. We believe in a compassionate, trauma-informed approach based on building safety, trust, healthy relationships, and higher-level thinking skills that lead to improved problem-solving and a lifetime of personal growth and success.
We teach a non-punitive, growth-focused method of supporting children and teens that promotes collaboration and cooperation rather than control and compliance.
Our Spiraling Stages of Growth™ model provides a framework for parents and teachers to assess how a child’s behavior indicates their current stage of growth and healing so that the caregiver can provide physical and emotional safety and choose appropriate scaffolded supports.
We help parents and teachers resolve common challenging behaviors so that everyone in the family or classroom feels safe, supported, happy and successful!
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SANDI LERMAN
Founder and Program Director of HEART-STRONG™ International
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Here’s what others have said about the HEART-STRONG International programs:
“Sandi is a phenomenal teacher. She knows how to break things down in a way that is understandable for the everyday parent and everyday teacher.” – Bonnie M.
“To my fellow struggling parents… Parenting is hard. Sometimes exceptionally. Not long ago, the struggle felt overwhelming. Sandi Lerman came along at the perfect time and helped us turn the ship.” – Stacey H.
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Trauma-Informed Specialist
In this comprehensive certification program you will learn how to:
- Recognize the signs of trauma in children
- Understand the neuroscience of how trauma affects the body and brain.
- Heal and protect our children from the damaging effects of trauma.
- Assess and address trauma using the HEART-STRONG Model.
- Handle challenging behaviors with compassion.
- Help children grow emotional regulation and executive function skills.
- Create a compassionate environment of autonomy and reciprocity.
- Build resilience through trauma-responsive support and empowerment.
- Stay resourced, strong, and confident in your role as a caring adult.
- Make a difference as a trauma-informed change-makers in your family, school, and community.
As a Trauma-Informed Specialist, you can:
- Make a difference for all the children you serve, in any professional role.
- Be a trauma-informed role model for your colleagues.
- Feel confident in your ability to support children with trauma and anxiety.
- Be recognized as an expert trauma-informed specialist
- Use your credentials for a new job or promotion.
- Build a foundation for future leadership positions.
- Find solutions to support your own personal growth, strength, and healing.
Advanced Certification:
Certified Parent Coach and Educational Trainer
Prerequisite:
To enroll in the Professional Certification Programs,
you must first successfully complete the
Trauma-Informed Specialist Certification Program.
Educators: Optional – 4 Graduate Credits Available
from University of the Pacific
(Additional fee of $99 per credit hour for an official transcript)
As a Certified Parent Coach or Certified Educational Trainer, you will become a
trusted expert helping parents and teachers of children with trauma, ACES, and anxiety.
Take charge of your career, and earn a certification that will allow you to pursue your passion
while also having a positive impact on the lives of children and their caregivers!
Brochure for School Leaders and Administrators
Click the image below to download a special brochure to tell your school leader or administrator about funding opportunities for our certification programs.
OUR VALUES
At HEART-STRONG International, it’s very important to us that all applicants to our programs are aligned with our mission and values.
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, as these are essential to our mission of preventing and healing childhood trauma and eliminating systemic barriers. We support and affirm neurodiverse and disabled individuals and are open and affirming to the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Partial Scholarships Available
Want more information about partial scholarship opportunities for our certification program? Reach out to Support@WingBuilder.com for information about applying!
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Schedule a 30-minute Meeting with Sandi
To learn more about our programs and services and find out which one is the best for you, reach out to schedule a free meeting/consultation via phone or Zoom (your choice)! On this call we will determine if.you are a good fit for the program and then go over all the details including curriculum, schedule, tuition, enrollment, time commitment, business course, and any questions you have.
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