About the Course

Course Summary During this session, speaker Natalie Aviles shares her knowledge and expertise to define and share the prevalence and impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences. Discussion revolves around the importance of protective factors, providing healthy relationships as a buffer, risk factors of secondary trauma, and the potential impact on professional life. Lastly, aspects of self-care for professionals will be discussed to better serve their clients to promote resilience.  Learning Objectives: - Understand research behind the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACEs). - Understand the implications of early trauma. - Gain knowledge about how trauma impacts the body. - Be able to define protective factors that buffer against trauma. - Understand ways to support children and families in overcoming trauma and adverse childhood experiences. Suggested Endorsement Competencies: Infant/Young Child & Family-Centered Practice | Relationship-Based Practice | Observation & Listening | Building & Maintaining relationships | Supporting Others | Empathy & Compassion | Emotional Response | Family Relationships & Dynamics | Attachment, Separation, Trauma, Grief & Loss  This purchase will give you access to this course for 365 days and will provide you with 1 clock hour. This course is available to First3Years members at no additional cost. Please email [email protected] if you have questions about your membership.