Understanding Brain Development

This program will introduce you to the interactions, relationships and environments that lay the foundation for healthy brain development. It will provide you with an increased awareness, knowledge and understanding of the foundational concepts of neuroscience, including how positive development in the early years sets children up for a lifetime of learning, health and wellbeing.

This program explores neuroplasticity, the impacts of stress and trauma on brain development, and the important role of ‘serve and return’ interactions and executive functioning in supporting a child’s wellbeing. It also includes information on strategic framing, best practice and ‘what works’ examples to improve children’s mental health, development and wellbeing in your work context.

Recommended for: This program is suitable for educators with no prior understanding of neuroscience and those looking to increase their knowledge of the research and best practice. These concepts have been distilled, arranged and presented in a way that is easy to understand and use in everyday life.