What you will learn?
Module 1 Lecture Slides
Handout 1
Lecture Slides
Handout Module 2
This case study is designed to bring the link between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and school performance to life. It presents a realistic classroom situation showing how trauma and toxic stress can influence a child’s attendance, behaviour, and ability to learn. Before reviewing the suggested answers or guidance, it is recommended that you first reflect on the scenario and attempt the questions independently. Doing so will help you apply your knowledge, think critically, and better understand how ACEs impact learning in real educational settings.
Final Assessment: The Link Between ACEs and School Performance
Instructions for Learners
This final multiple-choice assessment is designed to evaluate your understanding of how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) affect children’s attendance, behaviour, and learning outcomes. It also assesses your awareness of trauma-informed approaches and early intervention strategies in education.
Please read each question carefully and select the most appropriate answer. Attempt all questions before submitting your responses.
You must complete this assessment to receive your certificate of completion and access your course materials for download.
About the course
This two-module online self paced course explores how toxic stress affects attendance, behaviour, and learning in schools and interventions.
You’ll gain access to:
Over 100 engaging slides
Printable handouts and reflection activities
Case Study activity to bring the theory to life.
A final assessment to consolidate learning
A downloadable Certificate of Completion upon passing the assessment
Please note: This course is not yet formally accredited, and CPD hours are based on the estimated learning time.
What you will learn:
The science behind ACEs and their long-term effects
The global impact of childhood adversity
How to conduct ACEs screening
Why early identification matters
Practical applications of the ACEs Framework
This course represents approximately 5 hours of self-directed professional development.
This course is not formally accredited; however, it may be included in your CPD record where relevant.
There is an assessment at the end of the course and the opportunity to download your certificate.
Who This Course Is For:
Schools
Social workers
Educators
Health Professionals
Mental health practitioners
Community support workers
Anyone working with children, young people, or families
About the teacher
Dr Lydia Taiwo
DSc Pathology - Patient Testing, ACEs Educator & Specialist Consultant, Diploma Safeguarding &...
Dr. Lydia Taiwo is an award-winning author, trauma-informed educator, and leading specialist consultant on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), toxic stress, and safeguarding practice. With a PhD in Patient Testing and extensive experience in training professionals across education, health, and social care, Dr. Taiwo combines academic expertise with powerful lived experience as an ACEs survivor.
She has authored over a dozen influential books on trauma, safeguarding, and child protection, widely used by educators and practitioners in the UK and internationally. Through her work with Haven Hall, Dr. Taiwo empowers professionals to understand ACEs, recognise trauma, and create safer, more compassionate environments for children, parents, and adult survivors.
Her message is clear and inspiring:
-Your ACE score does not define your destiny — awareness, empathy, and the right support can change everything.
