Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Trigger Warning

    • What is trauma?

    • Links to the Early Years Learning Framework (Version 2)

    • A Personal Story

    • The Prevalence of Trauma

  • 2

    The Neurobiology of Complex Trauma

    • Understanding the Brain (Introduction)

    • Understanding the Brain (Overview)

    • Understanding the Brain (Brain Stem, Diencephalon and Amygdala)

    • Understanding the Brain (Hippocampus, Corpus Callosum and Prefrontal Cortex)

    • How We Learn (Neurons, Neural Connections and Neurotransmitters/Hormones)

    • Neurobiology of Trauma Quiz
  • 3

    Impact of Trauma

    • Introduction

    • Polyvagal Theory

    • The Impact on Relationships

    • The Impact on Memory

    • The Impact on Behaviour

    • The Overlap Between ADHD and Trauma

    • Adverse Childhood Experience Study

    • Impact of Trauma Quiz
  • 4

    Trauma Informed Practice

    • Introduction

    • Brain Plasticity

    • The Power of Relationships

    • Understanding and Supporting Behaviour

    • Creating Safe Spaces

    • The Implications for Learning

    • Neuroscience for Children

    • Trauma Informed Practice Quiz
  • 5

    Mindful Education

    • Introduction

    • What is Mindfulness

    • Ten Strategies for a Mindful Classroom

    • Mindful Education Quiz
  • 6

    Conclusion

    • The Importance of Self Care

    • Goodbye and Good Luck

    • Resources and References

    • Certificate