Online Master’s in Trauma Responsive Teaching and Leadership

Butler University’s online Master of Education in Trauma Responsive Teaching and Leadership program centers on understanding how trauma affects the developing nervous system. It is designed for adults working in youth-serving fields like education, counseling, social work, and more.

Featuring a curriculum focused on Applied Educational Neuroscience, this interdisciplinary program integrates research from areas such as attachment theory, emotional development, and relational biology. Alongside a cohort of peers with guidance from internationally recognized faculty, you will learn to better serve students impacted by trauma and adversity.

100% Online Coursework

20 Months to Complete

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Comprehensive Trauma Education Delivered Fully Online

The online MEd – Trauma Responsive Teaching and Leadership program includes 30 credits and 10 courses. You will learn to support the mental, emotional, and nervous system health of children and adults through a curriculum developed by experts in the field, including content from partners such as the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).

Educational Neuroscience Focus

Learn to implement the Applied Educational Neuroscience framework: educator nervous system, co-regulation, touchpoints, and language of the nervous system.

Transformative, Hands-On Learning

Benefit from real-world application through flexible practicum experiences and a capstone featuring peer feedback and action research.

Certificate Credits Accepted

Graduates of Butler’s Applied Educational Neuroscience certificate program can apply all nine credits toward this master’s degree.

Make an Impact in Schools and Youth-Serving Organizations

The specialized educational neuroscience knowledge and trauma-informed training you gain in this program ensure you graduate ready to grow your career as a highly qualified educator, behavioral specialist, or mental health professional.*

You will have the expertise to make a difference in students’ lives by implementing evidence-based interventions and protocols in both classrooms and therapeutic settings. With Butler, you can graduate prepared for leadership roles in your school or organization.

Explore Career Paths*

K-12 Education Administrator $103,460 per year1

School Counselor $65,140 per year2

Special Education Teacher $67,190 per year3

Behavioral Health Specialist $64,104 per year4

*Additional education or certification(s) may be required to qualify for these roles. The Master of Education in Trauma Responsive Teaching and Learning does not qualify graduates for initial certification or state licensure.

Our Mission

Butler University, founded on ideals of equity and academic excellence, creates and fosters a collaborative, stimulating, intellectual learning environment. We are inspired to boldly innovate and broadly educate, enriching communities and preparing all learners to lead meaningful lives.

Quality Online Education from a Top-Ranked University

No matter your goals, Butler University can help you get there. Our online programs are designed to provide the flexibility you need along with the detailed instruction that prepares you to positively impact communities and individuals. You’ll study with expert-level faculty who bring their real-world understanding into the virtual classroom. Online or in person, you’ll receive a top-tier education at Butler.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Education Administrators, Kindergarten Through Secondary. Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://bls.gov/.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. School and Career Counselors and Advisors. Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Special Education Teachers. Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  4. Payscale. Average Behavioral Health Specialist Hourly Pay. Retrieved Oct. 2025, from https://www.payscale.com/.