Brain Development & Trauma Informed Practitioner
Earners of the Brain Scholar Series 1-7–Infant Toddler Certification, including students preparing to become early childhood educators, have gained foundational knowledge of early brain development and the impact of daily experiences. They demonstrate competence in identifying developmental milestones, understand ACES and PACES as tools for promoting resilience, and are able to apply developmental knowledge to create play-based curriculum for infants and toddlers.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Successfully pass competency simulation demonstration
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Skills covered: 1) Knowledge of early brain development and neuroplasticity. 2) Understanding the impact of trauma on cognitive, emotional, and social growth. 3) Recognition of trauma responses in children. 4) Application of trauma-informed, brain-based strategies to support regulation and resilience. 5) Implementation of protective factors that promote lifelong resilience.
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Competencies are assessed through a project-based presentation demonstrating mastery of course content at the end of the course. Participants synthesize theoretical knowledge and apply trauma-informed, brain-based strategies to practical scenarios. Mastery is evaluated using a structured rubric and peer assessment process to ensure demonstration of applied professional competency.