Course Structure & Academic Assessment

Healing Hearts Institute offers a progressive, three-level educational pathway in Trauma-Informed Care Through the Lens of Ministry.

Our courses combine structured teaching, reflective learning, and formal assessments designed to develop knowledge, discernment, and responsible application within Christian ministry.

Level 1 — Foundational Trauma-Informed Ministry Education

6 instructional hours | 2.5 assessment hours
Total learning commitment: 8.5 hours

Level 2 — Peeling Back the Layers

6 instructional hours | 2.5 assessment hours
Total learning commitment: 8.5 hours

Level 3 — From Knowledge to Competence

8 instructional hours | 2.5 assessment hours
Total learning commitment: 10.5 hours

Assessment Standards

Each level includes a written examination and an oral/practical assessment, weighted equally at 50% each.

Students must achieve a minimum overall grade of 75% to successfully complete each level.

Written examinations may include multiple-choice questions, extended responses, and case-study analysis. Practical assessments evaluate students’ ability to apply trauma-informed principles in ministry-related situations.

Recognition of Completion

Students who successfully meet the requirements receive an HHI-issued Diploma of Completion for the applicable level.

HHI’s courses provide ministry-focused education and do not confer professional licensure, clinical certification, or authorization to practise regulated mental health services.Course Structure & Academic Assessment