Certification in Disability Trauma

A disability is any continuing condition that restricts everyday activities. The Disability Services Act (1993) defines ‘disability’ as meaning a disability:

• which is attributable to an intellectual, psychiatric, cognitive, neurological, sensory or physical impairment or a combination of those impairments
• which is permanent or likely to be permanent
• which may or may not be of a chronic or episodic nature
• which results in substantially reduced capacity of the person for communication, social interaction, learning or mobility and a need for continuing support services.

Applicants for Certification in Disability Trauma require they have the knowledge, experience, education and training related to the understanding of individuals suffering from trauma related to their disability.The Certification in Disability Trauma falls under the Academy Certification Programs in Traumatic Stress Specialities.  Professionals applying for Certification in Disability Trauma need to document their knowledge, experience, education and training in the area of disability trauma. Resumes should include relevant information in each of these areas and supporting documentation should be included with each application.

The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and the National Center for Crisis Management do not practice medicine or psychology or provide direct or indirect patient/client care. Furthermore, certifications offered by the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and the National Center for Crisis Management do not attest to applicant's ability to assess or treat individuals.