The Neurobiology of Success & Stress

This course is the third in a series of eight courses which form the Empowerment Approach training programme. This element of the approach is designed to help children understand and take control of their neurobiology, so they can feel great and do well.

  • A neuroinclusive approach to supporting children and young people which promotes a safe, calm and happy environment for all.

  • An approach which can be used in all contexts, from schools (and other educational provision), to clubs and the home, thereby creating consistency for children across all areas of their life.

  • A research-based approach incorporating neurobiology, psychology and coaching. Our programme embraces the latest understanding of trauma, attachment and neurodifference, translating theory into practical tools and utilising a wide range of visual aids.

  • Creates a common language for children, their parents / carers and all adults in and outside of school.

  • Gives children an understanding of their brain so they can build the skills and tools to succeed in learning, hobbies and friendship.

  • Provides a clear structure for responding to unhelpful or dangerous behaviours, empowering staff and parents alike and securing consistency for the child.

  • Equips all adults with the knowledge, skills and practical tools to look behind unhelpful or dangerous behaviours and effectively support children and young people to build the skills and strategies needed to feel great and achieve well.

What's covered in this course

    1. Introducing The Neurobiology Series

    2. The Neurobiology Series

    1. Brain Best Introduction

    2. Brain Best

    3. Brain Best Animation

    4. Daily DOSE planning

    5. Case Study: Joey's Story

    6. Case Study Follow Up

    7. Case Study Discussion: Joey's Story

    8. Brain Best Key Messages

    9. Brain Best Infographic

    10. End of Module Mini Quiz

    11. End of Module Reflections

    1. Brain Stress - Introduction

    2. Brain Stress

    3. Danger Brain Animation

    4. Danger Brain

    5. Real or Perceived Danger?

    6. Brain Stress Key Messages

    7. Brain Stress Infographic

    8. End of Module Mini Quiz

    9. End of Module Reflections

    1. Signs of Stress - Introduction

    2. Signs of Stress

    3. Signs of Stress Animation

    4. Threat-Based Responses ('Prickle Habits')

    5. An Explanation of Needs-Seeking

    6. Needs-Seeking Responses

    7. Helpful & Unhelpful DOSE Task

    8. Helpful & Unhelpful DOSE

    9. Case Study: Ethan's Story

    10. Case Study Follow Up

    11. Case Study Discussion: Ethan's Story

    12. Shifting Positions Model

    13. Signs of Stress Key Messages

    14. Signs of Stress Infographic

    15. End of Module Mini Quiz

    16. Reflections

    1. Brain Shaping - Introduction

    2. Brain Shaping

    3. The Balance of Life

    4. Factors Contributing to Our Balance of Life

    5. WARNING

    6. Adverse Childhood Experiences - Scotland

    7. Adverse Childhood Experiences - England

    8. Case Study: Susi's Story

    9. Case Study Follow Up

    10. Case Study Discussion: Susi's Story

    11. Types of Stress

    12. Types of Stress Animation

    13. Brain Shaping Key Messages

    14. Brain Shaping Infographic

    15. End of Module Quiz

    16. Reflections

    1. Getting Neurobiologically Fit - Introduction

    2. Introduction to Getting Neurobiologically Fit

    3. Increase the Levels of Feel-Good Chemicals in the Body

    4. 5C Needs Models Explained: Parachutes of Support

    5. 5C Needs Models Explained: Count Counters

    6. 5C Needs Models Explained: Circles of Control

    7. Taking Control of Our 'Danger Brain' in the Moment

    8. 5C Needs Models Explained: Sensory Search

    9. Reducing Stress Levels in the Body in Proactive, Helpful Ways

    10. Recognising When Stress Leads to Growth, and Learning to Tolerate the Unpleasant Feeling of Growth Stress

    11. 5C Needs Models Explained: Growth Zones

    12. Getting Neurobiologically Fit Summary

Course information

  • £49.99
  • 67 lessons
  • 3 hours of video content

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Praise for the Empowerment Approach

Headteacher

"I cannot recommend The Empowerment Approach highly enough. It has had and is continuing to have a profound impact on our school. It underpins not only our behaviour for learning policy but also our ethos and its daily implementation."

Foster Carer

"This course has a fantastic way of 'pulling you in' and making you get it! It should be mandatory and really is the one of the best courses I've done!"

SENCO

"“Once or twice in your career, you get the chance to do training that really changes your thinking and ideas deeply. For me, the Empowerment Approach did exactly that.”

Meet your trainer

Kit Messenger

Co-founder of Changing Chances CIC, Kit is a former primary school Headteacher. She is a tutor at the University of Sussex and a qualified coach. Kit is determined to bring about big changes in how challenging behaviour is tackled in the education system and beyond. Get in touch with Kit: [email protected]
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This course will enhance your expertise in supporting students and promoting their overall growth and success. You'll be equipped with the necessary skills to help students cultivate Executive Function Skills, needed to manage challenges and difficulties so they can do well in learning and life, ensuring continuous progress, leading to better outcomes and long-term success.
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