Franklin University and Starr Commonwealth Partner to Provide Course Offerings through FranklinWORKS Marketplace

Contact:

Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Furthering its mission to provide relevant education to the broadest community of learners, Franklin University announces its new partnership with Starr Commonwealth, an organization built on resilience and fostering healing youth. With over two centuries of combined expertise, this partnership offers learners the opportunity to advance their knowledge through two new  certifications (Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Clinical and Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Education) while working towards breaking the cycle of trauma and bringing systematic change in the world.

Starr Commonwealth certifications provide students with specialized knowledge presented in a self-paced, five-course (and online exam) format to achieve desired career outcomes. In addition, the partnership between the University and Starr Commonwealth provides an opportunity for learners who successfully earn certification to get credit toward a Franklin University degree – saving time and money.

Certificate of Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Clinical Application
The online Certificate of Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Clinical Application provides a deep understanding of the way trauma impacts the mental and physical health – of individuals and communities, as well as how resilience can shape future positive health outcomes.

Learners gain a trauma-informed perspective while building on their skills to become more caring and compassionate professionals, without “burning out.” In addition to the new tools and skills to heal in clinical settings, students earn a professional credential that demonstrates a commitment to building resilience in children, families, and communities.

Learn more about earning a designation as a Starr Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner (CTRP): https://bit.ly/3nXHtWz.

Certificate of Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Education
Learners interested in a Certificate of Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Focused Education will gain a comprehensive overview of the effects of stress and trauma within the school experience. Throughout the five-course program, students will learn proactive strategies to nurture connections, prioritize emotional skills and establish safety. Courses delve into concepts such as Circle of Courage and the SITCAP model, while also practicing real-life resilience skills as a method of self-care to minimize professional fatigue.

As a beginner level, the Starr certification is 100% online, resulting in a digital badge to add to one’s professional resume. The completion of this certification provides learners with the designation to showcase their commitment to the skills of trauma, resilience, and emotional regulation. Learn more about becoming a Starr Certified Trauma & Resilience Practitioner (CTRP): https://bit.ly/3NWFvjK.
For more information on the growing catalog of offerings available through the University’s FranklinWORKS Marketplace, click here: franklin.edu/franklinworks-marketplace.

About Starr Commonwealth
Floyd Starr's belief that "there is no such thing as a bad child" spurred a strength-based approach to building resilience in children that has continued for more than 100 years. By working to showcase the innate goodness in all children, empowering professionals and communities to better serve children and providing resources necessary to move children toward success, Starr Commonwealth has changed the trajectory of countless lives. To date, Starr has trained over 3,000 schools and agencies across North America and thousands of professionals around the world to heal trauma and build resilience in order to create brighter futures for individuals and communities. For more information, visit starr.org.

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).