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Course Description
This course delves into the concept of moral injury and its profound impact on mental health professionals, particularly those engaged in social justice advocacy. Moral injury is defined as the psychological, emotional, existential, and spiritual distress that arises when actions or inactions violate deeply held moral or ethical beliefs, wounding the core of one’s moral framework. Unlike burnout, which can often be mitigated with rest or a change in environment, moral injury requires intentional healing due to its deeper, trauma-like nature. Drawing from research like Beadle et al. (2024), the course examines the systemic, organizational, cultural, and emotional challenges that contribute to moral injury, such as conflicts with systemic constraints, workplace hierarchies, and the emotional toll of client suffering. Students are guided through a 5-step reflective process to begin healing this injury, addressing the pressing wounds, reconciling personal values, understanding the intersection of moral injury with their own cultural identity, and connecting with resources for support, fostering both understanding and actionable healing.
And remember that our NBCC ACEP provider status means you may be able to utilize this course toward your license renewal!
ACEP Number: 7656 Approval Date: November 20, 2024
The Counselor Edge. LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.7656. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Counselor Edge. LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We enforce video watching. If you find yourself stuck in a loop, make sure you have watched the complete video, or the site will require you to return to complete it. Should you have any difficulties, email us at [email protected].
