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Course Description

This course provides primary teachers with practical strategies to support students experiencing anxiety in an empathetic manner. Participants will explore the nature of anxiety in children, recognise key behavioural indicators, and implement effective approaches such as mindfulness, sensory breaks, and structured routines. The course also focuses on fostering resilience and confidence through growth mindset practices and strong teacher-student relationships, creating a classroom environment where all students can thrive.



Audience

Primary School Teachers 


Teaching Standards

4.1.2 Proficient Level - Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments - Support student participation:  Establish and implement inclusive and positive interactions to engage and support all students in classroom activities



$119 + GST - Individual Enrolment


FREE with  Online Subscription

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Module 1 – Introduction to Childhood Anxiety

    • Introduction

    • Understanding Anxiety in Children

    • Common Triggers of Anxiety

    • Gender Differences in Anxiety Among Primary School Students

    • Presentation of Anxiety

    • Teacher Activity: Case Studies

    • Reflection Question

    • Reference List for Module 1
  • 3

    Module 2 – Identifying Anxiety in the Classroom

    • Introduction

    • Behavioural Indicators of Anxiety

    • Impact on Learning

    • Social and Emotional Effects

    • Reflection Question

    • Reference List for Module 2
  • 4

    Module 3 – Strategies for Supporting Anxious Students

    • Introduction

    • Routine and Predictability

    • Mindfulness Techniques

    • Sensory Breaks

    • Reflection Question

    • Reference List for Module 3
  • 5

    Module 4 – Building Resilience and Confidence in Students

    • Introduction

    • Building Teacher-Student Relationships: A Foundation for Confidence and Resilience

    • Building Confidence Through a Growth Mindset

    • Fostering Self-Esteem

    • Encouraging Risk-Taking in a Safe Space

    • Resilience-Building Practices

    • Teacher Activity – Building Resilience and Confidence in Students

    • Reference List for Module 4
  • 6

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