Assessment and Diagnosis of Trauma (4 Clock Hours)

Tracking # 20-1380237

$10.00

There are no ratings for this course

Learn more

Educator DR. PAULSON PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING LLC

CE Broker Reporting Reported automatically

Method Computer-Based Training

Course overview

Delivering comprehensive education on trauma-related conditions, this four-credit-hour course examines the principles of etiology, assessment, and treatment planning. Participants explore how acute psychological distress alters biological and cognitive functioning. Identifying specific trauma exposure criteria provides a necessary foundation for accurate diagnostic formulation. Applying standardized assessment tools ensures objective evaluation of dysfunctional behavior and severe emotional pain.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor

1h Human Growth and Development

1h Counseling Techniques

2h Individual Appraisal

Disclosure statements

Presenter Qualifications

Dr. Brian Paulson, Ph.D., LMHC, LMFT, ACS, MCAP, CGAC is the developer and director of this course. All content falls within his scope of expertise, education, and experience.

Financial Disclosure

Dr. Paulson and Dr. Brian Paulson Professional Counseling LLC have a direct financial interest in this course; a fee is charged to cover development, administration, and certification costs. No third-party, pharmaceutical, or commercial sponsorship was received. Content is free of commercial bias.

Objectivity & Off-Label Use

Content is presented in a balanced, scientifically informed manner without personal or professional bias. No commercial products, devices, or off-label medication use are discussed or recommended.

Confidentiality

All case examples and clinical scenarios are hypothetical or sufficiently altered composites. No identifiable Protected Health Information (PHI) is disclosed.

Completion Policy

This is a self-paced, online home study course. Credit is awarded upon successful completion of the post-test.

WVBEC Home-Study Disclaimer

WVBEC limits home-study continuing education to a maximum of 20 hours per 2-year renewal cycle. Licensees are responsible for tracking their own hours to ensure they do not exceed this cap.