Module 2: Impact of ACEs on Child Development

In Module 2, you will explore ways trauma can impact a child’s development, including the effects of trauma on the brain, body, and reactions.

• • By the end of Module 2, all participants will be able to do the following:
  • Identify trauma and ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
  • Discuss effects of trauma on brain and body development
  • Identify developmental characteristics of trauma
  • Analyze Gene vs. Environment in trauma

To successfully complete Module 2, please do the following:

1. 1. Complete the Pretest. (ungraded)
   2. Watch the Module 2 video below.
   3. Watch the video “Alberta Family Wellness” and document your opinion on a Padlet of which impacts trauma the most– having the genes or being in the environment– “Genes or Environment”. (2 points)
   4. Complete the Posttest here. (20 points)

Please do not hesitate to email your instructor(s) if you have any questions!

Estimated time to complete Module 2: 1 hour and 30 minutes