Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Framework For Schools Self-Paced (5 CPD Learning Hours)

Course Description:
The ACEs Framework course provides a compassionate, evidence-based approach to understanding how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) shape a child’s life. Participants will explore how early trauma affects behaviour, learning, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes, including the implications of ACEs scores and toxic stress.

This self-paced online course includes:

Over 60 slides for structured learning
Downloadable handouts summarising key concepts
Case studies to apply theory to real-life scenarios
Assessments/exams to reinforce learning
Certificate of completion (5 CPD hours, self-directed, non-accredited)
The course is ideal for teachers, school staff, safeguarding officers, health and social care professionals, and anyone working with children or families. It equips learners with practical strategies to create trauma-informed environments, apply brief interventions, and prioritise self-care when working with ACE-affected individuals.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Define ACEs and understand their prevalence.
Explain how early trauma affects brain development, behaviour, and learning.
Interpret ACE scores and recognise their implications for health, wellbeing, and education.
Identify signs of toxic stress and understand its long-term impact.
Apply brief intervention strategies to support children and families affected by trauma.
Recognise the importance of self-care and professional resilience.

Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the ACEs framework and its practical application.
Confidently identify children and young people potentially affected by ACEs.
Implement trauma-informed strategies and brief interventions in professional practice.
Integrate self-care practices into professional routines to maintain wellbeing and effectiveness.
Complete the course online at your own pace and receive a non-accredited CPD certificate.

Completion of the introductory ACEs Framework course provides a solid understanding of early trauma, ACEs scores, and their impact on children’s behaviour and wellbeing. To effectively implement the ACEs framework in practice, participants are encouraged to progress to the advanced, practical training programme.

Please note: This course is not yet formally accredited, and CPD hours are based on the estimated learning time.