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FULL TRAINING DESCRIPTION:
Many children, especially those with developmental differences like FASD or histories of stress, experience the world through highly sensitive nervous systems. When a child becomes overwhelmed, what looks like “behavior” is often a reflection of their more fragile nervous system’s current capacity to cope, process, and stay regulated. At the same time, caregivers and professionals bring their own nervous systems into every interaction, shaping how support is given and received.
This training introduces a practical, accessible understanding of how stress and cognitive load impact both children and adults. Participants will explore how regulation fluctuates across the day and environments, how overwhelm shows up differently across individuals, and why traditional behavior-based approaches often fall short in creating lasting change. Emphasis will be placed on the dynamic relationship between adult and child regulation, highlighting the importance of co-regulation, scaffolding, and proactive supports.
Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the critical role of the nervous system, how to recognize early signs of overload, reduce cognitive fatigue, and implement preventative supports and accommodations that support resilience, connection, and success across home, school, and community settings.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Describe the role of the nervous system in shaping behavior, stress responses, and regulation in both children and adults
- Identify indicators of dysregulation and early signs of overwhelm across settings and individuals
- Explain the process of co-regulation and the influence of adult nervous system states on child functioning
- Analyze the impact of cognitive load and fatigue on a child’s capacity for regulation and adaptive functioning
- Demonstrate the application of scaffolding strategies and preventative accommodations to support regulation and reduce overwhelm
This training is designed for parents, caregivers, and professionals, wherever you may reside. Feel free to share with others. Together we are better!
This training may help prepare you for competencies related to the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health Endorsement. (For those outside Florida, check your state's requirements.)
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS:
2 Continuing Education hours are available for Florida-Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and Certified Master Social Workers through Florida CEBroker. Certificates will be provided to everyone, and can be utilized for self-reporting.
The Florida Certification Board recognizes this training in the areas of child welfare, and mental health. |
