Taught by Dr. Niki Elliott, this professional development course is designed to build capacity among teachers and other child-facing professionals to create neuroinclusive environments for children impacted by learning disabilities, trauma, or mental health conditions. This course explores how educational neurobiology, culturally responsive teaching, and mind-body awareness practices can enhance students’ sense of safety, agency, and resilience.
Participants will examine the transformative power of equity-based social-emotional learning by drawing on principles of polyvagal theory, interpersonal neurobiology, educational neuroscience, and trauma-informed mindfulness practices.
Number of Units: 2.0 - 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. Select units from the drop-down menu at checkout if not already chosen.
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for CEEN Participants.
Audience: Teachers, School Administrators, Teacher Aides, Other School Personnel, Therapists, Social Workers, Counselors, Community Educators, and Coaches
Location: In-Person – Carmel Unified School District
Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation after the allotted 30 days.
Enrollment Open Through: December 15, 2025 (11:59pm PT)
Location: In-Person – San Diego
Enrollment Open Through: January 14, 2026 (11:59pm PT)
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The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.
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