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The Graduate Certificate in Trauma-Informed and Inclusive Practices offers a focused program of study for educators, administrators and advocates who want to create equitable, supportive learning environments for all students, especially those affected by trauma, adversity and exceptionalities.

The program emphasizes integrating trauma-informed practices with inclusive education strategies, preparing graduates with the knowledge and skills to support students with disabilities and those from marginalized backgrounds. This holistic approach aims to foster equity and inclusion across learning environments.

Graduates of this program are able to:

• Use valid and reliable assessment practices to minimize bias.
• Use their knowledge of general and specialized curricula to improve programs, supports and services at classroom, schools, community and system levels.
• Facilitate the continuous improvement of general and special education programs, supports and services at the classroom, school and system level for individuals with exceptionalities.
• Conduct, evaluate and use inquiry to guide professional practice.
• Provide leadership to formulate goals, set and meet high professional expectations, advocate for effective policies and evidence-based practices and create positive and productive work environments.
• Use foundational knowledge of the field and professional ethical principles and practice standards to inform special education practice, engage in lifelong learning, advance the profession and perform leadership responsibilities to promote the success of professional colleagues and individuals with exceptionalities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve programs, services and outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities and their families.