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Advanced Trauma-Informed Leadership Certificate

This program is designed for leaders who have foundational knowledge of trauma-informed leadership and are ready to take the next step in mastering its application within their workplace.

Prerequisite: Trauma-Informed Leadership Certificate holder; or similar training and experience with permission from instructor

Included in Certificate
8 Educational Sessions (offered asynchronously)
8 Live 60-min Coaching Sessions
Workbook
2.9 Contact Hours
Digital Badge
Certificate of Completion

Fall 2026 Cohort Details
Start date- Wed September 16
Registration OPEN
Registration deadline- Wed September 9

Meeting dates:
September 16, 23, 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28; Nov 4
Wednesdays 3-4pm Central

Cohort Price- $750
$550 for graduates of the Trauma Informed Leadership Certificate

*Payment plans are available / **Scholarships are available.

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Elevate Your Trauma-Informed Leadership

Building on the foundational Trauma-Informed Leadership Certificate, the Advanced Trauma-Informed Leadership Certificate deepens participants' ability to apply trauma-informed principles in complex workplace environments.

This advanced program is designed for leaders seeking to:

  • Refine their skills in managing high-stress situations

  • Foster inclusive and psychologically safe workplaces, and

  • Navigate organizational change with empathy and resilience.

By integrating advanced neuroscience, leadership strategies, and conflict resolution techniques, this program provides participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to lead through trauma, stress, and adversity effectively.

Want to learn more? Schedule a complimentary discovery call
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Terri Allred and Lisa Allred
Your Instructors

Advanced Trauma-Informed Leadership Certificate

  • Duration: 8 weeks

  • Delivery Mode: Hybrid (Self-paced learning + Live Virtual Coaching Sessions)

  • Live Virtual Coaching: Weekly 60-minute facilitated sessions

  • Community Engagement: Online discussion forums, peer support, and Q&A with instructors

  • Capstone Project: Personalized action plans for applying advanced trauma-informed strategies.

Benefits of the Advanced Program

  • Greater Confidence in Navigating Complex Leadership Challenges

    Strengthen your ability to lead with resilience and composure in high-stakes situations.

  • More Effective Conflict Resolution Skills

    Gain advanced tools to de-escalate workplace conflicts and improve communication.

  • Improved Workplace Wellbeing and Retention

    Reduce burnout and turnover by embedding trauma-sensitive policies.

  • Strategic Impact on Organizational Culture

    Influence and sustain a trauma-informed approach at the systemic level.

  • Expanded Professional Credibility

    Enhance your leadership credentials and position yourself as an expert in trauma-informed organizational change.

  • Deeper Capacity for Transformational Leadership

    Leverage trauma-informed practices to inspire trust, foster innovation, and guide your organization through lasting change.

The Research Behind Trauma-Informed Leadership

  • Psychological Safety Drives Performance:

    Research from Google's Project Aristotle found that teams with high psychological safety outperform others in innovation, collaboration, and engagement (Google, 2019).

  • The Cost of Ignoring Trauma:

    The American Institute of Stress estimates that workplace stress costs U.S. companies over $300 billion annually in absenteeism, turnover, and lost productivity (AIS, 2023).

  • Employee Well-being Affects Retention:

    A Gallup study found that employees who feel supported in their well-being are 69% less likely to seek new jobs (Gallup, 2022).

  • Trauma-Informed Leadership Improves Engagement:

    Organizations prioritizing trauma-informed principles see a 76% increase in employee engagement and a 50% reduction in turnover (Harvard Business Review, 2021).

  • Workplace Trauma and Chronic Stress Impact Health:

    The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies workplace burnout as an occupational phenomenon, with over 60% of employees reporting that workplace stress affects their performance (WHO, 2022).

    By implementing trauma-informed leadership practices, organizations not only enhance employee well-being but also drive innovation, reduce conflict, and improve overall performance. Leaders trained in these practices are better equipped to navigate crises, build resilient teams, and foster a culture of trust and inclusion.

Curriculum

    • Understanding how trauma impacts decision-making, communication, and organizational culture.

    • The role of the nervous system in leadership responses.

    • Techniques for increasing resilience and regulation in high-pressure situations.

    • Trauma-informed conflict resolution models.

    • Recognizing and managing trauma-driven behaviors in workplace interactions.

    • Strategies for de-escalation, perspective-taking, and restoring trust.

    • Understanding how secondary trauma impacts leaders and teams.

    • Building sustainable resilience strategies to prevent emotional exhaustion.

    • Creating organizational policies that support long-term wellbeing.

    • Leading through uncertainty, change, and crisis with trauma sensitivity.

    • Managing layoffs, restructuring, and cultural shifts with care.

    • Cultivating adaptability and psychological safety during transitions.

    • Advanced strategies for building trust and inclusion.

    • Identifying and addressing microaggressions, biases, and systemic barriers.

    • Creating feedback systems that promote growth and emotional safety.

    • Recognizing the limitations of trauma-informed leadership.

    • Avoiding over-responsibility and maintaining ethical boundaries.

    • Implementing self-care strategies for long-term leadership effectiveness.

    • Moving from individual leadership to systemic transformation.

    • Designing trauma-informed policies, procedures, and training initiatives.

    • Measuring impact and sustaining cultural change.

    • Personalized action plans for applying advanced trauma-informed strategies.

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The demand for trauma-informed leadership is growing—take the next step in becoming an advanced trauma-informed leader who fosters resilience, trust, and innovation.