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Veterans Counseling Certificate
Published 2/2025
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English | Size: 8.41 GB | Duration: 6h 6m
Practical Strategies for Counseling and Empowering Military Veterans and Families
[b]What you'll learn[/b]
Learn specialized training to meet the unique needs and complex issues of military and veteran populations in the United States.
Understand the unique impact of PTSD, trauma and substance abuse on veterans.
Identify signs of mental health challenges and connect veterans to appropriate resources
Build cultural competence in understanding military values and experiences.
Develop strategies to support veterans in overcoming housing and homelessness challenges.
Assist veterans in translating military experience into successful civilian careers.
Apply crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate emergencies and prevent suicide.
Implement techniques to address domestic violence and rebuild family dynamics.
Be equipped to manage and support veterans' families and caregivers.
Navigate legal systems and provide guidance for justice-involved veterans.
Create action plans to connect veterans with healthcare and wellness resources.
Design inclusive workplace policies that support veterans' employment success.
Facilitate group and individual counseling sessions tailored to veterans' needs.
Coordinate comprehensive support systems through effective case management.
Leverage evidence-based practices to address traumatic brain injury and cognitive challenges.
Equip veterans with financial literacy skills to navigate benefits and budgeting.
Advocate for veterans' rights by influencing policy and community initiatives.
Analyze and address barriers to education for veterans transitioning to academic environments.
Enhance skills by analyzing veteran case studies to improve decision-making and support.
Develop impactful patience, benevolence, civility, and friendliness when supporting veterans.
Implement a holistic approach to veterans' wellness, integrating mental, physical, and emotional healing.
Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for military related psychological trauma (post-traumatic stress disorder).
Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for substance use disorders.
Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for co-occurring disorders.
Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for traumatic brain injury.
Assess military and veteran families for the need for counseling.
Assess the bio-psycho-social needs and complex issues of military and veteran populations in the United States.
Paraprofessionals looking for entry-level job opportunities can benefit from the exceptional training this certificate offers.
Range of Occupations: Mental health worker, Case manager, Rehabilitation counselor, Group home/residential counselor, TBI Treatment aide or counselor
[b]Requirements[/b]
To enroll in this course, no prior experience or education is required.
Students can access this training from anywhere with an internet connection.
Students are encouraged to take notes (for self-reflection purposes only).
Additional PDF materials are provided to enhance your learning experience.
You can access your training course on a tablet, smartphone, or desktop.
[b]Description[/b]
This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for counseling veterans, focusing on mental health, addiction recovery, career transition, education, and advocacy. It prepares learners for certification by covering key counseling techniques, ethical considerations, and resources specific to veteran populations.This certificate in the emerging field of Veterans Counseling is designed for counselors, social workers, and other practicing human service professionals seeking specialized training to meet the unique needs and complex issues of military and veteran populations in the United States. In addition, paraprofessionals looking for entry-level job opportunities can benefit from the exceptional training this certificate offers. Students study the assessment and treatment of military-related psychological trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, traumatic brain injury and family counseling in military families. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for military related psychological trauma (post-traumatic stress disorder).Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for substance use disorders.Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for co-occurring disorders.Assess and treat military and veteran populations in the United States for traumatic brain injury.Assess military and veteran families for the need for counseling.Assess the bio-psycho-social needs and complex issues of military and veteran populations in the United States.Range of OccupationsMental health workerGroup home/residential counselorTreatment aide or counselor for persons with traumatic brain injuryCase managerRehabilitation counselorJob coach
Overview
Section 1: Foundations of Veterans Counseling
Lecture 1 The Importance of Understanding Veterans' Needs
Lecture 2 Role of a Veteran Counselor
Lecture 3 Understanding Military Culture
Lecture 4 Building Trust with Veterans
Lecture 5 Military Culture and Adjusting to Civilian Life: Challenges and Resources
Section 2: Ethical and Legal Foundations in Veterans Counseling: Honor and Integrity
Lecture 6 Ethical Standards for Veterans Counseling
Lecture 7 Confidentiality and Informed Consent
Lecture 8 Legal Responsibilities in Veterans Counseling
Lecture 9 When to Refer to Other Professional Services
Section 3: Building Cultural Competence: Honoring Differences
Lecture 10 The Significance of Cultural Competence in Veteran Counseling
Lecture 11 Understanding Cultural Identity and Bias: Navigating Cultural Identity and Bias
Lecture 12 Recognizing Individual Differences in Veterans Counseling
Lecture 13 Strategies for Culturally Responsive Care
Lecture 14 Avoiding Assumptions and Stereotypes
Section 4: Effective Communication with Veterans
Lecture 15 Nonverbal Communication in Counseling
Lecture 16 Active Listening and Empathy
Lecture 17 Managing Difficult Conversations
Section 5: The Veteran's Moment: Acknowledging Moments of Honor and Struggle
Lecture 18 Defining and Recognizing The Veteran's Moment
Lecture 19 Strategies for Addressing Moments of Disrespect
Lecture 20 Empowering Veterans: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities for Growth
Section 6: PTSD, MST, and Mental Health in Veterans: Navigating the Invisible Wounds
Lecture 21 Understanding Veteran Trauma
Lecture 22 Recognizing PTSD Symptoms in Veterans
Lecture 23 Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
Lecture 24 The Effects of Trauma on Mental Health
Lecture 25 Navigating Grief in Veterans Counseling
Lecture 26 Trauma Informed Care (TIC)
Lecture 27 Moral Trauma
Lecture 28 Mental Health In Veterans
Section 7: Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention: Saving Lives, One Call at a Time
Lecture 29 Recognizing Warning Signs
Lecture 30 Using Crisis Hotlines Effectively
Lecture 31 Role-Playing Crisis Intervention Scenarios
Section 8: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Cognitive Challenges: Understanding the Brain
Lecture 32 Identifying TBI Symptoms
Lecture 33 Cognitive Rehabilitation Techniques
Lecture 34 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Section 9: Substance Abuse and Recovery in Veterans
Lecture 35 Understanding the Impact of Substance Abuse
Lecture 36 Recovery and Rehabilitation Resources
Lecture 37 Co-Occurring Disorders
Section 10: Veterans Counseling Strategies and Techniques to Support Veterans in Recovery
Lecture 38 Motivational Interviewing
Lecture 39 Goal Setting and Action Plans - SMART Goals
Lecture 40 Group Facilitation
Lecture 41 Strengths-Based Approach
Lecture 42 Coping Skills and Stress Management
Lecture 43 Writing Treatment Plans
Section 11: Domestic Violence in Veteran Families: Breaking the Silence at Home
Lecture 44 Recognizing Signs of Domestic Violence
Lecture 45 Intervention and Support Strategies
Section 12: Housing Challenges and Homelessness Among Veterans: Securing Stability
Lecture 46 Addressing Homelessness Among Veterans
Lecture 47 Available Housing Assistance Programs
Section 13: Navigating Veteran Healthcare Resources: Pathways to Wellness
Lecture 48 Understanding VA Healthcare
Lecture 49 Non-VA Options and Community Resources
Section 14: Legal Assistance and Justice-Involved Veterans: Navigating the Legal System
Lecture 50 Understanding Legal Challenges for Veterans
Lecture 51 Resources for Justice-Involved Veterans
Lecture 52 Supporting Veterans in the Legal System
Section 15: Financial Stability and Resources: Building Financial Freedom
Lecture 53 Budgeting and Financial Planning for Veterans
Lecture 54 Financial Assistance Programs
Section 16: Effective Advocacy for Veterans: Championing Veteran Voices
Lecture 55 Building Advocacy Skills
Lecture 56 Self Advocacy: Empowering veterans to advocate for themselves and others.
Lecture 57 Building Resilience and Civility: Dancing in the Rain
Lecture 58 Reducing Stigma and Building Awareness
Lecture 59 Collaborating with Policymakers
Section 17: Family Dynamics and Veterans: Strengthening Family Bonds
Lecture 60 Addressing Family Challenges Post-Service
Lecture 61 Resources for Families of Veterans
Lecture 62 Building Strong Community Networks
Lecture 63 Engaging Veterans in Community Programs
Section 18: Women Veterans: Empowering Women Warriors
Lecture 64 Unique Challenges Faced by Women Veterans
Lecture 65 Resources and Support for Women Veterans
Section 19: Aging Veterans: Golden Years with Dignity
Lecture 66 Challenges Faced by Aging Veterans
Lecture 67 Long-Term Care and Support Resources
Section 20: Veterans Employment and Career Development: Unlocking Potential in the Workforce
Lecture 68 Challenges in Veteran Employment
Lecture 69 Crafting a Military-to-Civilian Resume
Lecture 70 Leveraging Employment Resources
Lecture 71 Challenges Faced by Student Veterans
Section 21: Veterans at Work
Lecture 72 Understanding Workplace Challenges for Veterans
Section 22: Self-Care for Providers Supporting Veterans
Lecture 73 Veteran Counselor Self-Care: Recognizing Secondary Trauma and Burnout
Section 23: Career Opportunities in Veterans Counseling
Lecture 74 Exploring Career Paths in Veterans Counseling
Lecture 75 Building a Professional Network in the Field
Section 24: Veterans in Educational Settings: Thriving in Academia
Lecture 76 Academic Resources and GI Bill Benefits
Section 25: Measuring Program Effectiveness: Demonstrating Impact
Lecture 77 Assessing Outcomes of Veteran Programs
Mental Health Professionals: Therapists, counselors, and social workers seeking specialized skills to work with veterans.,Veteran Service Providers: Professionals in nonprofit organizations, veteran support agencies, and advocacy groups.,Human Resource Personnel: HR professionals looking to better understand and support veterans in the workplace.,Educators and Community Leaders: Those aiming to create inclusive programs and resources for veterans in their communities.,Military Veterans: Veterans seeking to expand their knowledge of mental health and support services, either for personal growth or to help fellow veterans.,Healthcare Providers: Doctors, nurses, and medical professionals interested in gaining expertise in veterans' mental health and wellness.,Students in Human Services or Psychology: Those pursuing a career in mental health counseling, or social work, and looking to specialize in veterans' issues.,Veteran Family Members: Individual supporting veterans in a caregiving role, wanting to understand more about the challenges veterans face and how to provide effective support.
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