This course is an essential resource for educators looking to create a supportive, emotionally resilient classroom environment. Grounded in neuroscience and an understanding of how the brain processes emotions, this course explores the link between emotional wellbeing, behaviour and learning. Whether you’re new to emotional literacy or looking for a refresher, you’ll gain practical tools and strategies to help students regulate emotions, develop empathy and build trust.

You will gain a deeper understanding of how brain function influences emotional responses, stress regulation, and student behaviour, along with methods to foster a culture of emotional resilience in your classroom. This knowledge is crucial for all educators, from teachers to school leaders, who are working to support the emotional needs of tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people) in today’s challenging environment.

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: 1.5 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.
  
  
• "There is so much amazing content in this course that would be of such benefit to ākonga! A wonderful array of strategies that I look forward to implementing in my classroom."

- Alex W, Primary School Teacher