Course Information
Dates: October 23- 24 2020
Format: On Campus
Location: Boston College, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway- Hexagon room 100
Who should enroll?
The online course has been designed as a professional development opportunity for K-12 educators.
Course Description:
This course covers the neuroscience of trauma and how trauma impacts students’ brains and bodies, interferes with teaching and learning, and shows up in undesirable behavior in the classroom. Educators will develop skills to better notice and understand their own reactivity and be responsive to the changing states in their bodies and mind. Become adept at reading mental states in others and how to co-regulate others with body language and relational strategies. Drawing on personal experiences and using experiential exercises and individual, partner, and small group reflection, educators will increase their ability to be present for and stay curious about students, understand and respond to student behavior and needs, and prevent educator burnout.
Certification of completion
The Lynch School is a state-approved provider of Professional Development Points
Please note that all participants from outside Boston College will not receive academic credit nor a transcript documenting their participation in this course. However, all participants will be awarded a certificate of completion and Professional Development points to apply to their professional development plans.
Related Programs
| Program | Department | Who should Attend | Facilitator |
| Restorative Justice Circle and Practice Training | Teaching, Curriculum, and Society | Teachers, paraprofessionals coaches, and school leaders | Korinna Driscoll |
Fees & Policies
Tuition includes all instructional materials. Participants receive a certificate of participation and professional development points.
Payment is due by credit card at registration.
COVID-19 cancelation policy
Professional and Continuing Education at the Lynch School of Education and Human Development and the Boston College community have been closely monitoring the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. The health, safety, and well-being of our participants, on and off-campus, is our top priority. Our team will communicate with registered participants regarding any news, modifications, or other information related to this program. Contact lynchschoolpce@bc.edu with any questions or concerns you may have.
