The impact of trauma on sensory processing (Secondary Years) - LS0117A

This course is for Foster carers of Children Looked After (CLA), Residential staff supporting Lancashire's CLA, Special Guardianship Order parents of Previously Looked After children. Parents of children on a child in need or child protection plan. 

Aims
Help, support and empower parents and main caregivers with the following understanding and awareness in: 

• Normal brain development (including signs, symptoms, tips and tricks)
• Sensory processing systems function (All 8 systems), signs, symptoms, tips and tricks for home and school environments
• Trauma effects on development physical and emotional, with tips and tricks on dealing with difficulties

Objectives
At the end of the course participants will be able to :  

• Be aware of 'Movement Is key' to brain development from the brainstem upwards to higher functioning and thinking 
• Define how Sensory stimulation contributes to brain development 
• Recognise how social interaction is one the most powerful influencer of brain, nervous system and mind development 
• Be aware of the importance of the child-parent attachment relationship for a child’s emotional wellbeing and resilience. (Trauma Informed approach) 

• Be aware of how a child’s sensory processing needs can help parents to understand the child and know better how to support them 
• Recognise behaviour as a form of communication which tells us about what the child needs from us 

Trainer
AC Education.

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