Children's Residential Care
Attachment Theory and Trauma-Informed Care
Understanding how early adversity, abuse, neglect, and disrupted attachments affect children's brain development, emotional regulation, and behaviour. Covers attachment styles, the Window of Tolerance, recognising trauma responses, PACE principles, creating safety and trust, and avoiding re-traumatisation in residential settings.
What You'll Learn
- Attachment theory and the impact of early relational trauma on development
- How early adversity affects brain development and emotional regulation
- Understanding the Window of Tolerance and dysregulation
- Recognising trauma responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn
- PACE approach (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) in residential care
- Creating therapeutic environments that promote safety and healing
Who This Course Is For
All staff in children's residential homes, particularly those working with children with complex trauma histories.
CQC Quality Statement Mapping
This course supports evidence for the following CQC Single Assessment Framework quality statements:
- Ofsted Quality Standard 1 - The quality of care
- Ofsted Quality Standard 3 - Children's feelings and behaviours
Certificate of Completion
On completion, you'll receive a CPD-accredited certificate of completion with a unique verification code. This certificate can be added to your CPD portfolio and presented as evidence of competency during CQC inspections.