Learn about Veterans Learning & CEUs
The aim of the Veterans Learning Program is to offer licensed clinicians, any mental health professionals and veteran serving stakeholders with training and technical assistance aimed at promoting military cultural competency. Based on the unique mental health needs of the veteran community, the Veterans Learning Program offers trainings tailored to the needs of the audience as it relates to suicide prevention, lethal means restriction, military traumas, and evidence-based practices.
Program Leadership
Brandi D'Haiti
Manager of Veterans Learning
Army Veteran, MS, LMFT, PSSSP
Brandi.Dhaiti@tvc.texas.gov
(512) 560-9469
The Voice of Texas Veterans
Advanced Certificate in Military Cultural Competency
The first four trainings listed here collectively form our “Specialized Advanced Certificate in Military Competency.” Once you complete these four modules, you can earn the Texas Veterans Commission’s coveted Advanced Certificate in Military Cultural Competency. Alternatively, you can choose to take these courses individually for credit without pursuing the advanced certificate.
Boost military culture understanding with our specialized training. Enhance organizations’ effectiveness in working with veterans and families. Develop skills to navigate veterans’ unique needs and increase success with our Military Culture Competency training.
Learn to ask impactful questions addressing veterans’ needs during their transition. Develop the skills to connect, build rapport, and guide veterans toward their goals.
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging for many veterans, requiring significant adjustments and support. Our “Helping Veterans with Transition” training is designed to equip organizations and individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to support veterans during this critical period.
Texans ASK: “Did You Serve?” Initiative is crafted to uncover veterans within the community who may not self-identify. Many veterans choose not to label themselves for various reasons. The initiative has discovered that asking “Did you serve?” instead of “Are you a veteran?” yields more accurate responses. This training equips you with all the tools needed to implement the Texans ASK “Did You Serve?” Initiative effectively.
Advanced Certificate in Military Trauma-Care
Once you complete these four modules, you can earn the Texas Veterans Commission’s coveted Advanced Certificate in Military Trauma-Informed Care. Alternatively, you can choose to take these courses individually for credit without pursuing the advanced certificate.
Struggling to understand trauma’s impact on veterans or unsure how to assist? This program introduces the 9 principles of trauma-informed care, helping you recognize signs, work with veterans, and provide effective interventions.
ACEs Training: Grasp the lifelong impact of childhood experiences on health. Recognize signs and offer vital support for children, families, and communities. Essential for professionals aiding military families at risk for or affected by ACEs.
“In Navigating Veteran Triggers: Strategies for Effective Management,” we explore essential approaches to successfully handle and address triggers among veterans. This narrative delves into practical strategies aimed at promoting the well-being and support of those who have served.
Enhance your understanding of working with veterans and treating Military Trauma in our Deeper Dive course. Cover PTSD, Moral Injury, Military Sexual Trauma, and Traumatic Brain Injury, exploring effective assessment methods and interventions for these symptoms.
Advanced Certificate Suicide Prevention
Completing the four trainings below will earn you this distinguished certificate.
ASK Suicide Gatekeeper Training equips you with intervention skills to minimize and reduce suicide risk factors for individuals in distress. Learn to provide crucial support services to those at risk or contemplating suicide.
Lethal means restriction in suicide prevention limits access to self-harm tools, ensuring a safe environment and offering resources such as mental health support, crisis hotlines, and other services for those at risk.
Addressing Veteran Suicide and Homelessness requires a holistic approach. Understand risk factors, prioritize access to quality mental health services, and secure housing with ample support for veterans.
Learn how to create a quality suicide safety plan for those at risk.
This certificate series equips providers and community partners with the knowledge and tools to better support veterans and their families across life stages and settings.
Understanding and Supporting the Aging Veteran explores the challenges and strengths of the aging veteran population.
Understanding the Unique Needs of Rural and Urban Veterans highlights the unique needs of rural and urban veterans, addressing barriers and opportunities in both environments.
Working with Veteran Families focuses on the veteran family system, recognizing spouses, children, and caregivers as key partners in care.
Building Resilience and Support for Veterans emphasizes building resilience and strengthening support systems so veterans and families can thrive.
Training Registration/Request Form
Disclaimer: This is not an emergency line and is not monitored as such. Please allow up to two (2) business days for a response. For a mental health crisis, please call 988 (press “1” for veterans). For a medical emergency, please call 911.
If you are interested in any of these trainings or in earning the Specialized Advanced Certificate, complete the form below and we will send you the latest training schedule.
All trainings are free with CEU’s upon completion of the course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Training is offered both online and in person to cater to different learning preferences and availability.
The Texas Veterans Commission Mental Health department offers monthly trainings that are accessible to all interested providers.
The duration of each training session may vary, but typically, sessions are designed to be comprehensive and last between one to three hours.
The Texas Veterans Commission offers these trainings free of charge to support and enhance the skills of veteran providers across the state.
Yes, continuing education credits are available for these trainings to ensure that providers can meet their professional development requirements.
While the trainings are organized by the Texas Veterans Commission Mental Health department, they are open to providers from all states who are interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in serving veterans.
The Texas Veterans Mental Health department welcomes suggestions and feedback from providers. They strive to address relevant topics and meet the needs of their participants for serving Texas veterans.
You can visit the Texas Veterans Commission Mental Health department and register on their website to receive updates about upcoming trainings and registration details and you fill out the training request form to receive additional information.