Is this program right for you?
This Associate Certificate program is designed for anyone who wants to help people in crisis. Whether you encounter critical incidents in your workplace or are exploring a new career, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively.
You will also learn how to support individuals who experience stress immediately after a traumatic event, ensuring their safety and emotional well-being.
The TCIN program is for anyone who may provide or manage support services following a traumatic event or critical incident, including:
Advisors in human resources, schools, and post-secondary institutions
Firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement workers
Emergency social services and crisis intervention workers
Victim services professionals
Nurses and doctors
Child welfare workers
Program strengths
Blended course delivery: Complete online learning and face-to-face courses at our New Westminster campus
Expert instruction: Learn from leading professionals in critical incident stress management
Practical application: Practice crisis intervention techniques in a supportive environment
Skills for real-world impact: Develop the tools to manage trauma and support individuals and teams
Self-care focus: Learn strategies to prevent vicarious trauma and maintain your own well-being
You will gain practical skills to manage traumatic events and support those affected, including:
One-on-one defusing
Psychological first aid
Group debriefing
Vicarious trauma prevention planning
Critical incident stress management
Guiding individuals through crisis states
Strategies to maintain your own well-being
What You Need to Graduate
Full attendance is required to graduate. You must also complete 5.5 of the required credits and pass all courses and the CISM Simulation (CISM-1020).
You must complete the courses within four years.
Below are the required courses you must pass to complete the Associate Certificate in Trauma and Crisis Intervention:
CISM-1000: Introduction to Critical Incident Stress Management (7 hours)
CISM-1030 Applied Psychological First Aid (7 hours)
CISM-1005: Diversity and Trauma (7 hours)
CISM-1035: Post-Critical Incident Stress Reactions (7 hours)
CISM-1050: Vicarious Traumatization (7 hours)
CISM-1010: Defusing and Crisis Management Briefing (14 hours)
CISM-1015: Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (21 hours)
CISM-1020: CISM Simulation (7 hours)
Special Interest General Enrollment Courses
We also offer special interest general enrollment courses, in trauma and crisis intervention. These courses are not required for certificate completion. But you can gain valuable skills and information. The following courses may count towards your professional development credits with ATSS.
CISM-1040: Building and Participating on a CISM Team (7 hours)
CISM-1045: Supporting Children and Youth Post-Trauma (7 hours)
CISM-1025: Managing Responses to Community Disasters (7 hours)
Graduates of the Associate Certificate in Trauma and Crisis Intervention can apply for certification with the Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists
Program Format
Some courses are offered online, and some courses are offered in person at the New Westminster campus. You must be in the certificate program to attend the following in-person classes:
CISM-1010: Defusing and Crisis Management Briefing (14 hours)
CISM-1015: Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (21 hours)
CISM-1020: CISM Simulation (7 hours)
Completion of all assignments and full attendance are required. The certificate can be completed in one year. You have a maximum of four years to complete all required courses.
Tuition
Tuition total for all courses in the program is approximately $2,600.00 + a Learner Services Fee (LSF)
The LSF is charged for all courses and is collected at the time of registration. Each course is paid for separately at the time of course registration.
Additional Fees
To complete the TCIN Associate Certificate, you must pay an application fee of $75 via the BC Education Planner.
Textbooks & Supplies
We will supply you with course materials when you attend class. When you register for the program, we will advise you if additional books or materials are required.
Applications for this program are now open. After checking course availability, apply online and submit your completed application form via .
Important Dates
Click each course at the bottom of this page to see upcoming delivery dates and to register.
Admission Requirements
The courses and certificate program are open to anyone. There are no formal admission requirements.
Financial Aid and Awards
Candidates for this program may be eligible for ³Õºº¾ãÀÖ²¿ awards and bursaries.
For more information, contact Student Services.
International Applicants
We encourage International applicants to contact our Office of International Affairs to learn how to apply.
Q: Who should take this certificate program?
A: This program is for anyone who may provide support to those affected by a critical incident or traumatic event. This includes advisors in human resources, schools, and post-secondary institutions. It also includes first responders such as firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement workers. Front-line responders such as emergency social services, crisis intervention, victim services, and healthcare workers such as nurses, doctors and child welfare workers may also appreciate this program.
Q: WHAT IS TRAUMA AND CRISIS INTERVENTION?
A: Trauma and Crisis Intervention consists of a variety of approaches to provide psychological and emotional support to those experiencing stress in the immediate aftermath of a traumatic event. Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) is a comprehensive, integrated, multi-component crisis intervention system for managing traumatic events within organizations or communities.
Q: WHAT IS CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS MANAGEMENT OR CISM?
A: Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) is a comprehensive, integrated, multi-component crisis intervention system for managing traumatic events within organizations or communities.
Q: ARE BOOKS AND COURSE MANUALS INCLUDED IN THE TUITION FEES?
A: We will supply you with course materials when you attend class. If you need to purchase books or other materials, we will let you know when you register.
Required Courses in This Program
Additional Specialized Courses
| CISM-1025 Managing Responses to Community Disasters | CISM-1040 Building and Participating on a CISM team |
| CISM-1045 Supporting Children and Youth Post-Trauma |