A Trauma-Informed Programme for Understanding Stress, Safety & Regulation

Trauma-Informed Practice Certification (18 Hours)

Pre-Recorded Professional Training Bundle

Trauma is no longer a niche topic.
Across therapy rooms, healthcare settings, charities, schools, and organisations, professionals are encountering the lasting impact of trauma every day.

Yet many clinicians, helpers, and support workers were never formally trained to understand how trauma affects the brain, the nervous system, identity, behaviour, and recovery.

This Trauma-Informed Practice Certification was designed to close that gap.

Developed and delivered by MindBody Breakthrough, this comprehensive 18-hour training bundle brings together three of our most respected neuroscience-informed courses — now available as fully pre-recorded learning modules with supporting resources.

You can complete the full certification pathway, or select individual courses depending on your interests or previous training.

This flexible structure allows you to build your trauma-informed knowledge at your own pace, wherever you are in the world.


What This Certification Covers

This programme brings together three specialist trainings that explore trauma from complementary angles:

1. Trauma, the Brain & Recovery

A foundational course exploring how traumatic experiences reshape the brain, nervous system, and patterns of safety.

Topics include:

  • How trauma affects brain structures such as the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex
  • The neurobiology of the stress response
  • Trauma and memory processing
  • Understanding hypervigilance, dissociation, and emotional dysregulation
  • Brain-based pathways toward recovery and regulation

2. Complex PTSD, the Brain & Recovery

Many survivors experience trauma not from a single event, but from prolonged relational or developmental trauma.

This course explores the deeper psychological and neurological impact of Complex PTSD.

Topics include:

  • Developmental trauma and attachment disruption
  • Identity disturbance and shame patterns
  • Trauma bonding and relational dynamics
  • Emotional flashbacks and chronic threat perception
  • Neuroscience-informed strategies for stabilisation and recovery

3. Vicarious Trauma, the Brain & Recovery

Those who support trauma survivors are also impacted.

This course explores how therapists, counsellors, coaches, healthcare workers, and frontline professionals can experience vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, and nervous system overload.

Topics include:

  • The neuroscience of emotional contagion and empathy
  • Recognising early signs of vicarious trauma
  • Burnout vs compassion fatigue
  • Nervous system regulation for professionals
  • Sustainable helping and professional resilience

Who This Training Is For

This certification is designed for a wide range of professionals and helpers, including:

• Counsellors and psychotherapists
• Coaches and wellbeing practitioners
• Social workers and support workers
• Healthcare professionals
• Charity and frontline staff
• Mental health advocates and educators
• Anyone supporting individuals affected by trauma

No advanced neuroscience background is required — the material is explained in clear, practical language that bridges science and real-world practice.


Flexible Learning Options

You can choose the option that suits you best:

Complete the Full 18-Hour Certification Bundle
Gain comprehensive training across all three courses.

Select Individual Courses
If you have already attended one of the courses live or wish to focus on a particular area, you can purchase the modules individually.

This allows you to mix and match based on your learning needs.


What You Receive

When you enrol, you receive:

• Full pre-recorded training sessions
• Downloadable training resources and slides
• Structured learning across the three courses
• The ability to study at your own pace
• Lifetime access to the training materials
• Certification of completion (for full bundle)


Why This Training Matters

Trauma changes how people experience the world.

Without understanding the underlying neuroscience, professionals can easily misinterpret trauma responses as resistance, avoidance, or personality traits.

Trauma-informed practice allows us to see behaviour differently — and respond with greater wisdom, regulation, and compassion.

This training equips you with the knowledge to:

• Recognise trauma responses more accurately
• Understand the brain-body impact of chronic stress
• Support recovery with greater confidence
• Protect your own wellbeing as a helping professional


Begin Your Trauma-Informed Learning Journey

You can begin immediately.

Choose the full certification pathway or select the individual courses that are most relevant to your work.

Explore the options below and start learning today.

Available Courses

• Trauma, the Brain & Recovery
• Complex PTSD, the Brain & Recovery
• Vicarious Trauma, the Brain & Recovery

Or enrol in the Complete Trauma-Informed Practice Certification Bundle for the full 18-hour training experience.

What Participants Are Saying


“Clear, powerful, and incredibly practical.”
“This training helped me finally understand the neuroscience behind trauma responses that I see in my clients every day. The way the brain science was explained made complex concepts easy to grasp and apply in practice.”
— Counsellor, London


“Every helping professional should learn this.”
“I’ve attended many CPD courses over the years, but this was one of the most insightful. It connected trauma, behaviour, and nervous system responses in a way that completely changed how I view my clients’ experiences.”
— Psychotherapist, Manchester


“A powerful bridge between science and compassion.”
“What I appreciated most was how the course blends neuroscience with real-life application. It gave me a deeper understanding of Complex PTSD and how to approach recovery with greater sensitivity.”
— Trauma Support Worker, Birmingham


“It helped me understand my own nervous system too.”
“As someone working with trauma survivors daily, the section on vicarious trauma was incredibly important. It reminded me how essential it is to regulate and care for my own nervous system while supporting others.”
— Mental Health Practitioner, Leeds


“Accessible, engaging, and deeply validating.”
“The training makes complicated brain science understandable without oversimplifying it. I came away with both knowledge and practical tools that I can use immediately.”
— Wellbeing Coach, Bristol


Join a Growing Community of Trauma-Informed Professionals

Thousands of professionals and helpers have engaged with MindBody Breakthrough trainings to deepen their understanding of trauma, the brain, and recovery.

If you work with people affected by trauma — or simply want to understand the brain-body connection more deeply — this certification offers a powerful foundation for trauma-informed practice.

Frequently Asked Questions


Is this course delivered live or online?

This is a fully online, pre-recorded training programme. Once you enrol, you will receive secure login details to access your personal training portal, where the course you purchased will appear in your dashboard.

You can begin learning immediately and progress at your own pace.


How does access to the course work?

After purchasing the course:

  1. You will receive an email with login details.
  2. You can sign in to your MindBody Breakthrough online training portal.
  3. The course you purchased will appear inside your account.
  4. You can start the training immediately and complete it whenever it suits you.

Can I complete the course at my own pace?

Yes. The course is designed as self-paced learning, so you can study at a speed that works for you.

Some people complete the course within a few days, while others spread their learning over several weeks.


How long is the certification training?

The complete certification bundle contains approximately 18 hours of professional training, delivered across three specialist courses:

Trauma, the Brain & Recovery
Complex PTSD, the Brain & Recovery
Vicarious Trauma, the Brain & Recovery

You may complete the full certification bundle or purchase individual courses separately.


Do I have to complete all three courses?

No. The training is flexible.

You can:

• Enrol in the full certification bundle (18 hours)
• Purchase individual courses separately
• Combine courses depending on what you have already studied

This is particularly helpful for people who may have attended one of the courses previously in a live webinar.


Who is this course designed for?

This training is suitable for a wide range of people, including:

• Counsellors and psychotherapists
• Coaches and wellbeing practitioners
• Social workers and support workers
• Healthcare professionals
• Charity and community workers
• Mental health advocates and educators
• Individuals supporting trauma survivors

It is also suitable for individual learners who simply want to understand trauma more deeply, even if they are not working in a professional role.


Do I need prior neuroscience knowledge?

No prior neuroscience background is required.

The training explains complex brain science in clear, accessible language, helping you understand trauma responses without requiring a scientific background.


Will I receive a certificate?

Yes.

If you complete the full certification pathway, you will receive a certificate of completion recognising your training in trauma-informed practice.


How long do I have access to the course?

You will receive lifetime access to the training materials once you enrol.

This allows you to revisit lessons, refresh your understanding, and review materials whenever you wish.


Are there downloadable resources included?

Yes. Many of the modules include downloadable slides and learning resources that support your understanding of the material.


Can organisations purchase this training for their staff?

Yes.

Many organisations, charities, and healthcare teams use these courses to support staff development and build trauma-informed workplaces.

If you would like to explore group access or organisational training, please contact us.


What makes this training different from other trauma courses?

This programme combines neuroscience, trauma psychology, and practical recovery insights.

Rather than focusing only on theory, the training helps participants understand:

• How trauma affects the brain and nervous system
• Why trauma responses occur
• How recovery and regulation can be supported

The aim is to bridge science, compassion, and real-world practice.


Is this course suitable for people with lived experience of trauma?

Yes. Many participants join the training because they want to understand trauma more deeply for personal reasons.

While the course is educational rather than therapy, it can help individuals make sense of trauma responses and recovery processes.

If at any point the material feels emotionally intense, participants are encouraged to pause, take breaks, and move through the content at a comfortable pace.


When can I start the training?

You can start immediately after enrolling.

Once your account is created and the course appears in your portal, you can begin learning straight away.


Who created the course?

The training is delivered through MindBody Breakthrough, a mental health education organisation that provides neuroscience-informed courses, workshops, and professional development training for individuals and organisations.


If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to help.

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Trauma, the Brain & Recovery, Complex PTSD, Vicarious Trauma, Bundle