Trauma-Informed Approach to Moving Beyond Cultural Competence to Cultural Intelligence
3.0 CREDIT HOURS
Course Overview:
This training provides participants with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion work. While many have participated in “Cultural Competence” training, challenges remain in finding effective ways to truly connect with and support diverse client populations. This workshop moves the conversation forward by situating Equity and Diversity work within a Trauma-Informed Framework. Trauma continues to be a critical focus due to its long-term adverse effects on both physical and mental health. Participants will examine cultural dynamics in depth and take steps toward advancing this important work in their practice.
This course fulfills the new Maryland requirement for Anti-Oppressive Social Work CE credits and also meets cultural diversity CE requirements for many other states.
Presenter:
Brandon Jones, M.A.
Brandon is the Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health and a Consultant. He specializes in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Historical and Intergenerational trauma, social-emotional intelligence (EQ), Leadership, and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota, a Master's degree in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University, and a Master of Science in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. Brandon is also a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow and lives by“Live life with Purpose on Purpose.”
Fri, Jan 16, 2026: 12:40pm-4pm ET | Cultural Intelligence and Trauma | 3 CE Hrs
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 - Afternoon Session
- Time: 12:40pm-4:00pm Eastern Time
- Delivery Format: Live Online Interactive Training on Zoom
- Target Audience: Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, Psychologists, Addictions Counselors, other mental health professionals
- Content Level: Intermediate
