About the Course
Course Summary Traumatic experiences can deeply impact the brain of a very young child, but with the help of caring and responsive relationships, these impacts can be mitigated. In this session, participants will learn how traumatic experiences impact early brain development, and how to support protective factors and social-emotional strategies for positive outcomes for infants and toddlers. Learning Objectives: - Understand the underpinning of trauma on the physical properties of the brain. - Understand age-related behavior implications for children who have experienced trauma. - Be able to define protective strategies that assist with child behavior that is impacted by trauma. - Understand how student/teacher attachment can support child learning. - Share how to promote social and emotional strategies that help children who have experienced trauma. Suggested Endorsement Competencies: Infant & Young Child Development and Behavior | Relationship-Focused Practice | Family Relationships And Dynamics | Attachment, Separation, Trauma, Gried and Loss | Empathy and Compassion | Observation & Listening 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.