4.5 CE Credits | Podcast-Based | Self-Paced

This 6-module course introduces five guiding principles that reframe how we understand trauma, behavior, and healing. Through grounded storytelling, nervous system science, and practical tools, you’ll explore how regulation, safety, and relationships shape your role as a trauma-responsive practitioner.

You’ll explore:

• How trauma lives in the body

• Regulation as a daily practice

• Survival strategies behind trauma symptoms

• The power of perceived safety and relational healing

Each module includes a podcast episode, reflection prompt, and real-world tools you can use immediately.

Perfect for human service professionals seeking an embodied, accessible path to deeper trauma-informed care.

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Compassion Fatigue & Renewal: Trauma-Informed Care for Caregivers

2.5 CE Credits | Podcast-Based | Self-Paced

Featuring: Octavia Raheem, Nkem Ndefo, and Deb Dana

This 3-episode podcast CE course invites you to slow down, tune in, and reconnect with what sustains you. Through honest conversations and nervous system-informed practices, we explore how rest, regulation, and inner safety support not only your well-being—but your capacity to show up for others with presence and care.

You’ll explore:

• How to build regulation into your daily rhythms

• The connection between self-awareness and resilience

• Tools for nervous system health grounded in Polyvagal Theory

Perfect for social workers, direct service providers, and caregivers looking to deepen their trauma-informed lens—while honoring their own humanity in the process.

Ready to explore rest, regulation, and renewal in your own practice?

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Healing Young Hearts: A Trauma-Informed Guide to Child Development and Developmental Trauma

4.25 CE Credits | Podcast-Based | Self-Paced

Featuring: Bryan Post, Stephen Terrell, Annie Brook, Kelsie Olds, Breanna Lynch & Kristen Brokamp

This self-paced podcast CE course is designed for human service professionals and educators looking to deepen their understanding of developmental trauma through a whole-person, relational lens. Across five powerful episodes, you’ll explore nervous system regulation, attachment, sensory integration, and the healing power of play.

You’ll explore:

• Developmental trauma and early relational wounding

• Somatic and sensory-informed regulation strategies

• Co-regulation, imagination, and storytelling as tools for healing

This course invites you to slow down, reflect deeply, and explore practical, body-based tools for connection, regulation, and relational healing—especially for those supporting children and families navigating complex trauma.

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Each self-paced online module has required content that the participants must complete before moving on to the next one. Each module will have one or more of the following: podcast episodes created by Sarah Buffie (course instructor), articles, essays, media links, worksheets, reflective exercises, and discussion prompts.

Assignments: Each course has one reflection question per module and suggested/additional reading materials and handouts.

The online learning platform is compatible with all browsers, though users should ensure they have the most recent browser installed to avoid any potential issues. Users will need internet access, a device that can stream video and audio, and the capacity to download PDF files.

Soul Bird will not accept returns, exchanges, or issue refunds for purchased products or courses under any circumstances.

• Self paced online modules through Sutra

• Reading Materials

• Podcast episodes

• Reflection Questions

• Handouts

• Additional Resources

*A bibliography can be provided upon request

1. Healing Young Hearts Course- 4.25 CE Credits for licensed Social Workers

2. Compassion Fatigue & Renewal Course- 2.5 CE Credits for licensed Social Workers

3. ​​5 Core Convictions for Trauma-Responsive Care Course- - 4.5 CE Credits for licensed Social Workers

Soul Bird Consulting,  Provider #2151, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/19/2024- 8/19/2025. Social workers completing the 5 Core Convictions course receive 4.5 general continuing education credits. Social workers completing the Healing Young Hearts course receive 4.25 general continuing education credits. Social workers completing the Compassion Fatigue & Renewal course receive 2.5 general continuing education credits.

ASWB Approval is accepted by the State of Ohio, CSWMFTB, The West Virginia Board of Social Work, The Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board for Social Workers and The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners.

Target Audience: Direct Service Providers, Social Workers, and individuals working in the Social Work and Behavioral Health domains
Content Level: Intermediate

Date Course Created: April 18, 2025

Completion Requirements

In order to receive CE credit for this course participants must follow sign in instructions accurately, use all the interactive features of the self-paced learning modules, complete all required assignments, complete the posttest, and complete the evaluation form. Participants will only receive credit for completing the entire course as directed. Participants can re-take the posttest as many times as possible and will only receive credit for a post test score of 80% or higher. The CE administrator and the course instructor will review their post test responses and offer any corrections or insights as needed.

CE Certificates will be issued within 30 business days from the date that all course requirements have been completed.

Access on the Go

For the best mobile experience, download the free Sutra Spaces app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Please note: You must register for the course using a browser first—once enrolled, your program will appear in the app.

Need help? Explore the Sutra Participant Guide or reach out to us at hello@soulbirdconsulting.info for program-specific support.