Build your emotional toolbox and empower children to flourish.

In a world of increasing uncertainty, more children are affected by stress and anxiety. As a teacher, social worker, youth mentor, or sports coach, you may feel unsure how best to support them, lacking the confidence to help children navigate big emotions. Without the right guidance, stress and anxiety can lead to disengagement and challenging behaviours, making it harder for tamariki to learn and thrive.

Building Emotional Resilience supports child-centred professionals to empower children and young people with the knowledge and skills to identify, understand, and manage their emotions — strengthening resilience and overall wellbeing.

Developed by experienced educators at Jade Speaks Up Educational Trust, this programme is grounded in neuroscience and explained in clear, accessible language to support understanding of how the brain processes emotions. Learning is brought to life through embodied drama-based activities that help children integrate new skills into their daily lives.

Whether you are new to emotional literacy or a seasoned professional refreshing your practice, this self-paced e-learning course provides practical, evidence-based tools to help children regulate emotions, build empathy, and develop resilience as they navigate everyday challenges.

What will I learn?

• The importance of emotional literacy for students’ personal growth and wellbeing.
• How to recognise and manage stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges in the classroom.
• Practical strategies to teach emotional regulation, empathy, and communication skills.
• How to integrate Te Ao Māori perspectives and Dr Mason Durie’s Te Whare Tapa Whā model into your teaching practice.
• The role of emotional literacy in preventing bullying, improving relationships, and supporting mental health in students.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for anyone who works with children or young people, particularly those in educational settings. It’s ideal for:

• Teachers (primary, secondary, and tertiary)
• School leaders and principals
• Teacher aides and support staff
• Counsellors and social workers in schools
• Youth mentors and youth workers
• Anyone involved in supporting students' emotional and social wellbeing
  
  

COURSE ACCESS: 60 days

DURATION: 3 hours

COMPLETION RULES: All units must be completed. Leads to a certificate with a duration of 2 years.

RESTRICTIONS ON USE: This course is for individual use only. Access, sharing or distribution of course content with anyone is strictly prohibited, including its use to develop and train others. By enrolling in this course, you agree to comply with our Terms & Conditions and use this course for your personal education only.

What do our learners say?

• "This course has given me the tools and confidence to better support my students' emotional needs. It's a game-changer for creating a positive, safe learning environment. It is also absolutely wonderful to see te ao Māori woven into this mahi."
  – Simone C, Secondary School Teacher.