SaintA is proud to continue the growth of trauma informed care and trauma sensitive schools with our Community Trainings and Train the Trainer program. We offer trainings at our site or yours (fill out our inquiry form to bring our trainers directly to you). You will learn the philosophy and practice of trauma informed care and trauma sensitivity using our Seven Essential Ingredients (7ei). Our goal is to help more organizations become trauma informed and employ best practices in their settings.
If you are a SaintA foster parent looking for required trainings or pre-service trainings to become a treatment foster care parent, please visit GrowHope.net/Resources.
Thank you to all of you who partook in our Compassion Curve virtual gatherings in 2020. We had a series of powerful conversations about the intersection of trauma and equity.
We are introducing a new idea in 2021: quarterly one-hour virtual gatherings designed to be a call to action. We hope to spend our time introducing and discussing specific actions people have taken to promote Trauma Informed practice across the country.
These FREE sessions are designed to support people who have previously engaged in learning with SaintA, to continue their journey. Newcomers are also welcome to join the conversation.
There is no cost to attend, but we do ask people to register so a meeting link can be sent.
★ Wednesday, April 14, 2021 (11:00am-12:00pm CDT) ★ Wednesday, July 14, 2021 (11:00am-12:00pm CDT) ★ Tuesday, October 12, 2021 (11:00am-12:00pm CDT)
Trauma Sensitive Schools Implementation 2-Part Series
Student Specific Implementation: Supporting students using a trauma informed lens looks different in each classroom and school environment. Individual students bring about unique strengths and challenges that we, as support staff within the schools, can utilize to capitalize on collaborative goals and maximize impact. Join us to discuss implementation of student-specific classroom interventions with examples of interventions in different classroom types.
School-wide Implementation: Many schools have done a trauma sensitive school awareness professional development and have enthusiastically asked “What’s Next?”. This session will give you the tools to begin to move your school beyond professional development to school-wide implementation of Trauma Sensitive Schools.
Prerequisite: 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools.
★ Thursdays, April 15 & 29, 2021 (8:30 to 11:30am CDT each day)
Supporting students using a trauma informed lens looks different in each classroom and school environment. Individual students bring about unique strengths and challenges that we, as support staff within the schools, can utilize to capitalize on collaborative goals and maximize impact. Join us to discuss implementation of student-specific classroom interventions with examples of interventions in different classroom types. Prerequisite: 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools.
Student Specific Change – Thursday, April 15, 2021 (8:30 to 11:30am CDT)
★ School-wide Change
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School-wide Implementation: Many schools have done a trauma sensitive school awareness professional development and have enthusiastically asked “What’s Next?”. This session will give you the tools to begin to move your school beyond professional development to school-wide implementation of Trauma Sensitive Schools. Prerequisite: 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools.
School-wide Change – Thursday, April 29, 2021 (8:30 to 11:30am CDT)
Bring Coaching to Your School
If you would like to bring a customized Trauma Sensitive Schools Implementation plan to your school or district, please complete the inquiry form and request a consultation about Trauma Sensitive Schools Implementation.
Advanced Trauma Informed Care Training 8-Part Series
Next level Trauma Informed Care Series: Application and advance concepts of the Seven Essential Ingredients (7ei)
Session 1 of 8 – The cutting edge of the Trauma Informed movement. Catch up to the latest news about TIC. We’ll discuss the debate about how ACEs are being used, review the science that supports the argument that trauma directly creates health outcomes and explore root cause in a unique and provocative way./li>
Session 2 of 8 – Advanced Prevalence What does it look like when these essential concepts are operationalized? What formal screening & assessment tools are out there? What informal and non-clinical tools are being used? What does asking about trauma look like? Will it make things worse?
Session 3 of 8 – Advanced Impact Dig in to how to see stress response and respond. Explore the many mechanisms that influence intergenerational process with a hopeful conclusion. We’ll also unpack the times we live in and offer strategies to cope and adjust.
Session 4 of 8 – Advanced Perspective Shift “What happened” in lieu of “What’s wrong” is a great start but what comes next? We’ll explore more advanced concepts and strategies that create deep perspective shift. We’ll also offer real life examples of how it happens.
Session 5 of 8 – Advanced Regulation Yes, regulation is essential for healing. Why do some strategies work inconsistently? Why do they work for one person and not the other? What are the dosing best practices? We’ll explore these and other critical regulation concepts that will promote more healing.
Session 6 of 8 – Advanced Relationship & Reason to Be Everyone says relationship is essential but how do you create it, especially when people have a history of being hurt in relationship? This session will explore next level relational strategies including how and when to leverage regulation towards a good relational outcome. We’ll also discuss how trauma injures the soul and what can be done to restore purpose.
Session 7 of 8 – Advanced Caregiver Capacity Like trauma, understanding and creating capacity is complicated. Working hard to avoid oversimplifications like “make time for you”, we’ll unpack the complexity and discuss strategies from multiple angles.
Session 8 of 8 – 7ei Application Stories Hear stories from across the country about how 7ei is being used. Stories will capture the common barriers faced in implementation and also highlight different strategies used. We’ll also briefly discuss how 7ei is used by Law Enforcement.
★ Wednesdays, January 13, 20 & 27, February 3, 10, 17, & 24 and March 3, 2021 (10:00am to 12:00pm CST each day) ★ Wednesdays, May 5, 12, 19 & 26, June 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2021 (12:00 to 2:00pm CDT each day) ★ Wednesdays, September 29, October 6, 13, 20 & 27, November 3, 10 & 17, 2021 (10:00am to 12:00pm CDT/CST each day)
Advanced Trauma Informed Care Training Individual Sessions
Next level Trauma Informed Care Series: Application and advance concepts of the Seven Essential Ingredients (7ei).
★ Session 1 of 8 – The Cutting Edge of the Trauma Informed Movement
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Catch up to the latest news about TIC. We’ll discuss the debate about how ACEs are being used, review the science that supports the argument that trauma directly creates health outcomes and explore root cause in a unique and provocative way.
Wednesday, January 13, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, May 5, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, September 29, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 2 of 8 – Advanced Prevalence
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What does it look like when these essential concepts are operationalized? What broader context needs to be considered when asking about trauma? What does asking about trauma look like? Will it make things worse?
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, May 12, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, October 6, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 3 of 8 – Advanced Impact
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Dig in to how to see stress response and respond. Explore the many mechanisms that influence intergenerational process with a hopeful conclusion. We’ll also unpack the times we live in and offer strategies to cope and adjust.
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, May 19, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, October 13, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 4 of 8 – Advanced Perspective Shift
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“What happened” in lieu of “What’s wrong” is a great start but what comes next? We’ll explore more advanced concepts and strategies that create deep perspective shift. We’ll also offer real life examples of how it happens.
Wednesday, February 3, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, May 26, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, October 20, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 5 of 8 – Advanced Regulation
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Yes, regulation is essential for healing. Why do some strategies work inconsistently? Why do they work for one person and not the other? What are the dosing best practices? We’ll explore these and other critical regulation concepts that will promote more healing.
Wednesday, February 10, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, June 2, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, October 27, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 6 of 8 – Advanced Relationship & Reason to Be
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Everyone says relationship is essential but how do you create it, especially when people have a history of being hurt in relationship? This session will explore next level relational strategies including how and when to leverage regulation towards a good relational outcome. We’ll also discuss how trauma injures the soul and what can be done to restore purpose.
Wednesday, February 17, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, June 9, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, November 3, 2021 (10am-12pm CDT)
★ Session 7 of 8 – Advanced Caregiver Capacity
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Like trauma, understanding and creating capacity is complicated. Working hard to avoid oversimplifications like “make time for you”, we’ll unpack the complexity and discuss strategies from multiple angles.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, June 16, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, November 10, 2021 (10am-12pm CST)
★ Session 8 of 8 – 7ei Application Stories
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Hear stories from across the country about how 7ei is being used. Stories will capture the common barriers faced in implementation and also highlight different strategies used. We’ll also briefly discuss how 7ei is used by Law Enforcement.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 (10am-12pm CST) Wednesday, June 23, 2021 (12-2pm CDT) Wednesday, November 17, 2021 (10am-12pm CST)
Introduction: Seven Essential Ingredients (7ei) of Trauma Informed Care
This training is an introduction to the model of trauma informed care that SaintA has developed over the past seven years and has implemented across all of its programs. Participants who attend this training will be able to:
Describe the prevalence of adverse experiences and the scope of their impact.
Define and respond to behavior from a trauma informed perspective.
Describe how trauma affects the brain and influences development, learning and behavior.
Identify factors that enhance the capacity for positive relationships for children who have adverse experiences.
Describe how purpose, belonging and safety enhance children’s well-being.
Identify techniques that enhance caregiver capacity and connect them to outcomes.
Identify action steps to enhance trauma informed services.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★Monday, January 11 & Tuesday, January 12, 2021 VIRTUAL SESSION (9:00am-12:00pm CST each day) ★Thursday, March 11 & Friday, March 12, 2021 VIRTUAL SESSION (1:00pm-4:00pm CST each day) ★Monday, June 14 & Tuesday, June 15, 2021 VIRTUAL SESSION (9:00am-12:00pm CDT each day) ★Monday, August 23, 2021 (9:00am-4:00pm CDT) ★Monday, December 6, 2021 (9:00am-4:00pm CST)
Train the Trainer: 7ei of Trauma Informed Care
Want to become a 7ei Trainer? Train the Trainer is a great way to continue the growth of trauma informed care at your organization. Trainers will be able to provide ongoing professional development to current and new staff. This promotes a common language of trauma informed care that supports best practice for children, families and adults.
Participants will attend a four day in-person workshop or complete an eight part virtual session in which they will be trained by a SaintA training staff on SaintA’s 7ei module of trauma informed care. Participants will enhance their knowledge about the underlying research and resources that support 7ei. Participants will be equipped with tools and resources to create awareness and inspire a trauma informed perspective in their agency or organization. Participants will receive opportunities for coaching to deliver the content effectively.* Trainers will be certified to train the 7ei model at their named entity (facility, agency, school district or consortium) and are only authorized to train individuals employed by this entity. Under no circumstances is the trainee certified to authorize others to train using the 7ei curriculum. Certification will expire two years after training is completed at which time the person must discontinue teaching 7ei until recertified. If you have questions about this policy please contact Sandy Engelhardt at sengelhardt@sainta.org.NOTE: Participants must attend all four days of the in-person training or complete all eight parts of the virtual session to be certified.7ei of Trauma Informed Care Train the Trainer Scholarship. SaintA may award one scholarship to attend each 7ei of Trauma Informed Care Train the Trainer session. Applications for people who will strongly impact the Milwaukee community will be given highest consideration as SaintA continues its work to help more organizations become trauma informed and employ best practices in their organizations. 7ei of Trauma Informed Care Train the Trainer Scholarship ApplicationHotel accommodations near SaintA.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ March 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22 & 23, 2021 (1:00pm to 4:00pm CST/CDT each day) – 8-Part VIRUAL SESSION ★ June 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25, 2021 (9:00am to 12:00pm CDT each day) – 8-Part VIRUAL SESSION ★ August 23-26, 2021 (9:00am to 4:00pm CDT each day) – 4 consecutive days ★ December 6-9, 2021 (9:00am to 4:00pm CST each day) – 4 consecutive days
Trainer Recertification: 7ei of Trauma Informed Care
Participants will attend a two day workshop or a four part virtual session in which they will be re-certified by a SaintA training staff on SaintA’s 7ei module of trauma informed care. Participants will enhance their knowledge about the underlying research and resources that support 7ei. Participants will be equipped with updated tools and resources to create awareness and inspire a trauma informed perspective in their agency or organization. Participants will receive opportunities for coaching to deliver the content effectively.NOTE: Participants may attend the day long Introduction to the 7ei of Trauma Informed Care presentation by a SaintA the day BEFORE re-certification, but it is not required. (If the Introduction session is being offered virtually it will be a two part session over two days.) This can be helpful for review as well as exposure to any content updates. There is no additional fee to attend the 7ei Introduction presentation.* Trainers will be re-certified to train the 7ei model at their designated entity (facility, agency, school district or consortium) and are only authorized to train individuals employed by this entity. Under no circumstances is the trainee certified to authorize others to train using the 7ei curriculum. Certification will expire two years after training is completed at which time the person must discontinue teaching 7ei until re-certified. If you have questions about this policy please contact Sandy Engelhardt at sengelhardt@sainta.org.NOTE: Participants must attend both days of the in-person training or complete all four parts of the virtual sessions to be re-certified.Hotel accommodations near SaintA.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ March 15, 16, 18 & 19, 2021 (1:00-4:00pm CDT each day) – 4 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ June 17, 21, 22 & 23 2021 (9:00am-12:00pm CDT each day) – 4 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ August 24 & 25, 2021 (9:00am-4:00pm CDT each day) – 2 consecutive days ★ December 7 & 8, 2021 (9:00am-4:00pm CST each day) – 2 consecutive days
For Schools
Introduction: Seven Essential Ingredients (7ei) of Trauma Sensitive Schools
This training is an introduction to the model of trauma informed care that SaintA has developed over the past seven years and has implemented across a variety of school environments. Participants who attend this training will be able to:
Describe the prevalence of adverse experiences and the scope of their impact.
Define and respond to behavior from a trauma informed perspective.
Describe how trauma affects the brain and influences development, behavior and learning.
Identify factors that enhance the capacity for positive relationship for students who have adverse experiences.
Describe how purpose, belonging and safety enhance client well-being.
Identify techniques that enhance caregiver capacity and connect them to client outcomes.
Identify action steps to create a trauma sensitive school environment for all students.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ Monday, January 11 & Tuesday, January 12, 2021 (8:30-12:00pm CST each day) 2 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ Monday, March 8 & Tuesday, March 9, 2021 (8:30 to 12:00pmm CST each day) 2 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ Monday, August 2, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CDT) ★ Monday, November 8, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CST)
Train the Trainer: 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools
Want to continue the growth of trauma sensitive schools in your district? Train the Trainer is a great way for you to do so. Trainers will be able to provide ongoing professional development to current and new staff. This promotes a common language of trauma sensitive schools that supports best practice for students and families.
Participants will attend a four day workshop or an eight part virtual session in which they will be trained by a SaintA training staff on SaintA’s 7ei module of trauma informed care. Participants will enhance their knowledge about the underlying research and resources that support 7ei. Participants will be equipped with tools and resources to create awareness and inspire a trauma informed perspective in their agency or organization. Participants will receive opportunities for coaching to deliver the content effectively. Trainers will be certified to train the 7ei model at their named entity (facility, agency, school district or consortium) and are only authorized to train individuals employed by this entity. Under no circumstances is the trainee certified to authorize others to train using the 7ei curriculum. Certification will expire two years after training is completed at which time the person must discontinue teaching 7ei until recertified. If you have questions about this policy please contact Sandy Engelhardt at sengelhardt@sainta.org.NOTE: Participants must attend all four days for in-person training or complete all eight session for virtual training to be certified.Hotel accommodations near SaintA.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ January 11, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21, 25 & 26, 2021 (8:30-12:00pm CST days 1 & 2; 8:30-10:30am CST days 3-8) – 8 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ March 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 22 & 23, 2021 (8:30-12:00pm CST days 1 & 2; 8:30-10:30am CST/CDT days 3-8) – 8 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ August 2-5, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CDT) – Mon-Thurs; 4 consecutive days ★ November 8-11, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CST) – Mon-Thurs; 4 consecutive days
Trainer Recertification: 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools
Participants will attend a two day workshop or a four part virtual session in which they will be re-certified by a SaintA training staff on SaintA’s 7ei module of trauma sensitive schools. Participants will enhance their knowledge about the underlying research and resources that support 7ei. Participants will be equipped with updated tools and resources to create awareness and inspire a trauma informed perspective in their school or district. Participants will receive opportunities for coaching to deliver the content effectively.NOTE: Participants may attend the day long Introduction to the 7ei of Trauma Sensitive Schools presentation by a SaintA staff the day BEFORE re-certification, but it is not required. (If the Introduction is being offered virtually it will be two parts offered over two days.) This can be helpful for review as well as exposure to any content updates. There is no additional fee to attend the 7ei Introduction presentation.* Trainers will be re-certified to train the 7ei model at their designated entity (facility, agency, school district or consortium) and are only authorized to train individuals employed by this entity. Under no circumstances is the trainee certified to authorize others to train using the 7ei curriculum. Certification will expire two years after training is completed at which time the person must discontinue teaching 7ei until re-certified. If you have questions about this policy please contact Sandy Engelhardt at sengelhardt@sainta.org.NOTE: Participants must attend both days for in-person training or complete all four parts for virtual sessions to be re-certified.Hotel accommodations near SaintA.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ January 14, 15, 19 & 21, 2021 (8:30-10:30am CST each day) – 4 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ March 11, 15, 16 & 18, 2021 (8:30 to 10:30am CST/CDT each day) – 4 Part VIRTUAL SESSION ★ August 3 & 4, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CDT) – 2 consecutive days ★ November 9 & 10, 2021 (8:00am to 3:00pm CST) – 2 consecutive days
Come and network with colleagues from other Wisconsin schools that are embarking on the work of creating a trauma sensitive school. Share ideas, progress, resources and tools for implementation.
Please register for each session that you would like to attend. The meetings are free.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ January 8, 2021 – VIRTUAL MEETING (9:00am to 10:30am CST) ★ March 5, 2021 – VIRTUAL MEETING (9:00am to 10:30am CST) ★ May 6, 2021 – VIRTUAL MEETING (9:00am to 10:30am CDT)
For Early Care – Compassion Curve – English, Spanish and Hmong versions below
This is a 2-part micro-learning webinar for early childhood educators. Learn valuable information about recognizing toxic stress and its impact on the body and brain and how to cope. These are self-paced learning opportunities (15 min long). Continuing education credits available.
Compassion Curve for Early Care Educators Part 1 – English
This training is an introduction to the model of trauma informed care that SaintA has developed over the past eleven years and has implemented across a variety of early care settings. Participants who attend this training will be able to:
Describe the prevalence of adverse experiences and the scope of their impact.
Define and respond to behavior from a trauma informed perspective.
Describe how trauma affects the brain and influences development, behavior and learning.
Identify factors that enhance the capacity for positive relationship for children who have adverse experiences.
Describe how purpose, belonging and safety enhance client well-being.
Identify techniques that enhance caregiver capacity and connect them to client outcomes.
Identify action steps to create a trauma informed early care environment for all children.
If you would like to bring a customized Trauma Informed Early Care presentation to your site, please complete the inquiry form and request a consultation about Early Care training.
Bal-A-Vis-X
Trainers: Michelle Drucker and Shel Hyatt Cost: $300*
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SaintA in partnership with CESA 4 is offering Bal-A-Vis-X which is a series of more than 200 Balance-Auditory-Vision-eXercises founded by Bill Hubert of Bal-A-Vis-X, Inc. Most exercises are done with sand filled bags or racquetballs, often while standing on a balance board.
The exercises require thousands of mid-line crossings in three dimensions and vary in complexity. They are steadily rhythmic, with a pronounced auditory foundation, executed at a pace that naturally results from proper physical techniques. BAVX demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge, fosters self-esteem and peer teaching and it is FUN.
Registration for this training is $300, with lunch provided each day. (14 CEUs)
This is a hands-on workshop where you will be moving and learning! Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Michelle Drucker is a physical therapist and BAVX Practitioner. She partners with Shel Hyatt, K-3 grade teacher and BAVX Practitioner, to instruct 17-hour BAVX courses throughout Wisconsin and Canada.
Upcoming sessions (Milwaukee, WI unless otherwise noted)
★ August 9 & 10, 2021 (8:30am to 5:00pm CDT) – 2 consecutive days
*CANCELLATION POLICY
Demand for training has been high; we want to ensure all available training slots are filled.
One-Day Trainings: You may cancel your registration up to 48 hours before the program. Your registration fee will be refunded less a cancellation fee. If you need to cancel fewer than 48 hours before the program, you may send a substitute from your organization or transfer your registration fee to another SaintA program of your choice that is scheduled within 12 months of your original event. Please note that if you don’t cancel and don’t attend, you are still responsible for payment. Substitutions may be made at any time; however, we appreciate prior notification.
Multi-Day Trainings: For multi-day trainings, you may cancel your registration up to 10 days prior to the training for a refund of your registration fee less a cancellation fee.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us via our inquiry form.
