Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs Part 1)
This course focuses on helping helps youth development professionals learn how to support children in their programs who have experienced trauma and adversity.
What You Will Learn
Terminology
What We Know about Adverse Childhood Experiences
Types of Trauma
Toxic Stress and Brain Development
The Behavioral Effects of ACEs, Trauma and Toxic Stress
Fostering a Climate of Resiliency in Your OST Program
Step 1: Know Your Own ACEs Score
Step 2: Be Aware of Your Own Reactions
Step 3: Know What to Do When a Child is Having a Trauma Response
Step 4: Keep a Calm and Predictable Environment
Personal Action Plan
ACEs Course Quiz
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