What are stress, trauma, & resilience
The North Carolina Academy for Stress, Trauma, and Resilience (NCA-STAR) at UNC Greensboro advances trauma-informed training, research, and support to strengthen individuals, schools, and communities across North Carolina.
Our mission is to expand access to education, resources, and services that address stress, trauma, and mental health—while equipping educators, professionals, and organizations with practical strategies to build resilience.
Through training, partnerships, and applied learning opportunities, NCA-STAR supports both community impact and the development of future professionals in trauma-informed practice.
Trauma-Informed Professional Practice (TIPP) for K-12 Educators
The Trauma-Informed Professional Practice (TIPP) for K-12 Educators Certificate Training program is the continuing education tool that will help educators understand the deep impact of trauma in the lives of students, teachers, staff and families they are serving. Through this 16-module, 14 contact hour, self-paced course, participants will increase their confidence in working with those who have experienced trauma. Researchers and educators from the K-12 education field share their knowledge about classroom strategies, wellness and fostering resilience.
TRAUMA-INFORMED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (TIPP)
The Trauma-Informed Professional Practice Certificate Training Program (TIPP) for Mental Health Professionals is a wellness-focused tool for people in helping professions that need a deeper understanding of the impacts, reactions, and effects of trauma. Through 16 self-paced video-based modules, professionals can build skills in diagnosis, assessment, evidence-based practices, reflective activities and more.
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Training
We provide trauma-informed skill building, access to health and wellness skills, and education about the experiences of trauma and life crisis.
Service
We are committed to sharing and applying knowledge through service. One of our team’s greatest strengths is offering consultation and clinical services.
Research
Our faculty and staff offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive, evidence-based training and service because of the research that has shaped our understanding.