Micro-Certifications

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has acquired the essential skill-based knowledge to pursue goal-directive initiatives, make well-informed decisions, and proactively influence situations by taking ownership through responsible, self-directed, and self-motivated actions. The Agency and Internal Locus of Control micro-certification attest that this individual has nurtured the belief and a firm conviction that they have the ability and power to shape their future by confidently taking charge of their actions to create positive changes to achieve their desired goals.

Durable Workforce Skills: Agency and Internal Locus of Control (A-iLC)

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has acquired the knowledge to elevate cognitive function, leading to accelerated learning and improved work-based performance. The Accelerated Learning and Memory micro-certification, based on neuro-based principles and brain-based methods, demonstrates that individuals have gained the cognitive skills necessary to swiftly learn, memorize, and recall information. This allows the individual to adapt to the demands of a growing or shifting industry, tackle complex tasks with greater efficiency, and untimely enhance their contributions in the workplace.  

Durable Workforce Skills: Accelerated Learning and Memory (aLM)

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has developed the essential skill-based knowledge to effectively analyze information and make informed decisions, including the capacity to reason logically and rigorously. The Critical Thinking and Adaptability micro-certification attest that the individual has mastered the ability to systematically gather and evaluate relevant data, recognize patterns, challenge assumptions, and draw well-founded sound conclusions. This person has also shown a remarkable talent for questioning outdated ideas and embracing fresh, innovative strategies and actions.

Durable Workforce Skills: Critical Thinking and Adaptability (Ct-A)

These durable skills reflect an individual’s commitment to adopting a sustainable lifestyle that enhances overall health and wellness. The Health and Wellness micro-certification confirms that this person has gained knowledge through proven techniques that empower them to reach their health and fitness goals to nurture their mind, body, and spirit. It signifies a thorough understanding of wellness, covering crucial areas such as physical activity, nutrition, the science of sleep, and spiritual health.

Durable Workforce Skills: Health and Wellness (HW)

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has acquired the essential skill-based knowledge to interact and collaborate with others. The Interpersonal Communication micro-certification attests that the individual has acquired verbal and nonverbal communication skills that allow them to express ideas clearly and accurately in both formal and informal settings. They understand how the brain processes interpersonal communication, can interpret explicit and implicit verbal and nonverbal signals, and utilize research-based communication techniques to create meaningful connections while learning how to foster healthy relational attachments.

Durable Workforce Skills: Interpersonal Communication (IC)

These durable skills indicate that the individual has gained the knowledge necessary to promote psychological and emotional resilience. This ability allows them to navigate and adapt to life's challenges and adversities while improving their overall well-being and happiness. The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine affirms that the individual thoroughly understands the Psychological and Emotional Resilience Training (PERT) model. The Resilience and Well-being micro-certification attests that the individual has acquired the knowledge of cutting-edge, evidence-based strategies to foster diverse aspects of resilience, including physical, psychological, emotional, cognitive, intellectual, social, spiritual, and occupational dimensions of well-being.

Durable Workforce Skills: Resilience and Well-Being (RWb) 

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has developed the essential knowledge-based skills to comprehend and navigate their own emotions, as well as the emotions of others, by employing empathy, fostering collaboration, and effectively resolving conflicts. They possess various skills to comprehend, manage, and express their own emotions while also being attentive and responsive to the feelings of others. The Social and Emotional Intelligence micro-certification confirms that the individual has learned how to effectively utilize emotions to build well-being and navigate relationships. Key aspects include self-awareness, open-mindedness, self-regulation, empathy, adaptability, social skills, and interpersonal communication skills.

Durable Workforce Skills: Social and Emotional Intelligence (S-Eq)

These durable skills demonstrate that the individual has acquired the essential skill-based knowledge of transferable, long-lasting abilities to manage time effectively in both work and personal settings. The Time Management and Organization micro-certification attests that the individual has learned key elements such as prioritization, goal setting, planning, organization, adaptability, and decision-making, which have been nurtured using mindfulness principles to ensure the longevity of successful behavioral practices. Through focused development of interpersonal skills and self-awareness, individuals are able to create structured plans that effectively lead them toward achieving their desired goals.

Durable Workforce Skills: Time Management and Organization (tMo)

Mico-Certifications  

For Non-Licensed Professionals

The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine recognizes the Certified Compassion Fatigue/Burnout Specialist as a non-clinical micro-certification. Individuals who complete the approved curriculum will gain a solid understanding of the history, causes, and symptoms associated with compassion fatigue and burnout. These individuals have acquired the knowledge of evidence-based approaches for the prevention and recovery treatment of traumatic stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue, along with managing other adverse effects of work-related stress. They have nurtured an interdisciplinary approach to fostering resilience, enhancing career-related satisfaction, and promoting career longevity, ultimately supporting overall health, wellness, and mental well-being.

Micro-Certification for Non-Licensed Professional: Certified Clinical Compassion Fatigue/Burnout Specialist (c-CCFBS)

The Certified Mental Health Responder is an esteemed non-clinical micro-certification acknowledged by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. This credential signifies that individuals have developed the essential skills to support and guide those facing emotional or mental health challenges. Mental health responders are trained to identify signs of mental illness and substance use disorders, evaluate the risk of suicide or homicide, offer initial assistance, and connect individuals with professional support and community resources vital for their recovery.

Micro-Certification for Non-licensed Professionals: Certified Mental Health Responder (c-MHR)

The Certified Mindfulness-Informed Technician is a non-clinical micro-certification recognized by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. Individuals receiving this certification have explored the foundational principles of mindfulness and its application in everyday life. Those who achieve this certification acquire the skills and insights necessary to effectively implement mindfulness practices, ultimately enhancing their mental well-being. Participants learn formal and informal techniques to support overall health, reduce stress, alleviate anxiety, and improve focus and emotional regulation. By embracing these practices, they can foster better mental health and transform their habitual responses to life’s challenges.

Micro-Certification for Non-Licensed Professionals: Certified Mindfulness-Informed Technician (c-MiT)

The Certified Professional Resilience Specialist is a respected non-clinical micro-certification endorsed by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. Those awarded the certification have acquired essential skills and knowledge to foster resilience and enhance their well-being, along with an introduction to the skills needed to support others in achieving similar outcomes. This certification focuses on evidence-based strategies aimed at preventing and recovering from traumatic stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, and other adverse effects associated with work-related stress. It emphasizes how crucial it is for professionals in demanding fields—like emergency responders, social services, mental health workers, healthcare providers, and law enforcement—to cultivate resilience and prioritize their well-being. These roles often involve high stress and intense interpersonal interactions, making self-care even more essential.

Micro-Certification for Non-Licensed Professionals: Certified Professional Resilience Specialist (c-PRS)

The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine awards the Certified Trauma-Informed Addictions Specialist to licensed practitioners who deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. Those who obtain the micro-certification have demonstrated an understanding of how trauma can affect the engagement and rapport process, modality or treatment, and the outcome of addiction recovery services. They have demonstrated advanced knowledge and competency related to topics related to addictions and substance abuse disorders, as well as types of compulsions and addictions, biology and epigenetics, and culture of addiction and treatment.

Micro-Certification for Non-Licensed Professionals: Certified Trauma-Informed Addictions Specialist (c-TiAS)

The Certified Trauma Recovery Specialist is a non-clinical micro-certification recognized by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. The certified individual has acquired the knowledge-based skills to support trauma survivors on their path toward recovery. They are well-versed in the principles of trauma-informed care, taking an interdisciplinary approach to empower and support healing while promoting overall health and wellness. This certification is particularly beneficial for non-clinical trauma professionals, mental health practitioners, healthcare providers, and emergency first responders. Obtaining this certification reflects a solid grasp of the vital information and skills needed to help trauma survivors fully recover from their past experiences.

Micro-Certification for Non-Licensed Professionals: Certified Trauma Recovery Specialist (c-TRS)

Mico-Certifications  

For Licensed Professionals

The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine awards the Certified Clinical Compassion Fatigue/Burnout Practitioner credential to licensed practitioners, recognizing their ability to deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. These professionals have the clinical skills necessary to provide treatment related to traumatic stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue, as well as to manage the negative impacts of work-related stress.

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Compassion Fatigue/Burnout Practitioner (c-CCFBP)

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Mental Health Responder (c-CMHR)

The Certified Clinical Mindfulness-Based Practitioner is recognized by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. It is awarded to licensed practitioners who deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. These clinical practitioners possess the skills necessary to incorporate the foundational principles of mindfulness into the clinical setting. Those who achieve this certification have the knowledge to provide mindfulness-based treatment in the clinical setting to teach patients how to acquire the skills and insights necessary to effectively implement mindfulness practices, ultimately enhancing a patient’s mental well-being. The clinician has mastered formal and informal techniques to support overall health, reduce stress, alleviate anxiety, and improve focus and emotional regulation. By embracing these practices, they can foster better mental health and transform patient’s habitual responses to life’s challenges.

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Mindfulness-Based Practitioner (c-CMbP)

The Certified Clinical Professional Resilience Practitioner is a respected clinical micro-certification endorsed by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. It is awarded to licensed practitioners who deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. Those awarded the certification have acquired essential skills and knowledge to foster resilience and enhance the well-being of patients. The clinical treatment offered by the practitioner centers on evidence-based strategies aimed at preventing and recovering from traumatic stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, and other adverse effects associated with work-related stress.

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Professional Resilience Practitioner (c-CPRP)

The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine awards the Clinical Trauma-Informed Addictions Practitioner to licensed practitioners who deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. Those who obtain the micro-certification have shown they understand the impact of trauma on engagement and rapport in the context of treatment modalities and the outcomes of addiction recovery services. Practitioners have acquired essential clinical skills for addressing addictions, substance use disorders, and types of compulsions and addictions.

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Trauma-Informed Addictions Practitioner (c-CTiAP)

The Certified Clinical Trauma Recovery Practitioner is a clinical micro-certification recognized by the National Institute of Behavioral Medicine. It is awarded to licensed practitioners who deliver clinical services within the scope of their license. The certified individual has acquired the knowledge-based skills to clinically support trauma survivors on their path toward recovery and well-being. They are well-versed in the principles of trauma-informed care and trauma-based clinical treatment, taking an interdisciplinary approach to empower and support healing while promoting overall health and wellness. Obtaining this certification reflects a solid grasp of the vital information and skills needed to help trauma survivors fully recover from their past experiences.

Micro-Certification for Licensed Professionals: Certified Clinical Trauma Recovery Practitioner (c-CTRP)

Mico-Certifications

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