Continuing Education: School Mental Wellness Certificate Program

The audience for the certificate program includes all personnel at any level who are employees within the TK-12 system. This includes not only certificated personnel (teachers and administrators) but also classified support staff. Any school employee who wants to contribute and be trained to support a healthy and supportive mental wellness environment for the students would be a potential candidate for this program.

Program Objectives

• Develop a foundational understanding of mental health issues affecting students.
• Learn effective communication strategies to engage with students and parents.
• Implement practical interventions to support student mental wellness.
• Promote a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to enhance student support systems.

Curriculum Overview

• Introduction to School Mental Health
• Understanding Student Behavior and Development
• Communication and Counseling Skills
• Designing Mental Wellness Programs
• Case Studies and Practical Applications
• Collaborative Approaches to Student Support

Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by becoming a champion of mental wellness in schools. Our program is designed to be both informative and empowering, preparing you to take on the challenges of fostering a healthier educational environment.

Potential Career Opportunities

• School Counselor
• Youth Program Coordinator
• Educational Consultant
• School Social Worker
• Behavioral Intervention Specialist
• Child and Adolescent Therapist
• Crisis Intervention Specialist

Skills you will gain

• Behavior Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Counseling Techniques
• Crisis Intervention
• Stress Management
• Communication Skills
• Cultural Competency
• Mental Health Assessment
• Trauma Informed Care
• Youth Mental Health First Aid