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FSC2533 Promoting Wellbeing in Schools Including Mindfulness

Course Description

Promoting Wellbeing in Schools Including Mindfulness” is an online summer course designed for primary school teachers who wish to deepen their understanding and ability to support student mental health and wellbeing effectively. Through exploring contemporary literature on wellbeing, understanding psychological foundations, and implementing practical mindfulness interventions, educators will be equipped to foster a nurturing and supportive learning environment. This course covers a wide range of topics, from attachment theories and emotional regulation to mindfulness practices and whole-school approaches to wellbeing.

  • Wellbeing in Education: Gain a deep understanding of wellbeing within the educational context, including the impact of attachment theories and adverse childhood experiences on students.
  • Psychology of Wellbeing: Explore brain functions, emotional responses, and cognitive behavior theory to apply knowledge effectively in promoting wellbeing.
  • Emotional Literacy and Regulation: Learn strategies to enhance emotional literacy and regulation among students, fostering an attachment-aware school environment.
  • Mindfulness Practices: Discover evidence-based mindfulness interventions and learn how to implement these techniques in the classroom to support wellbeing.

This course is perfect for primary school teachers seeking to implement or enhance mental health and wellbeing initiatives within their schools. Participants will learn practical strategies to support student wellbeing, making a significant impact on their overall learning experience and development.

Enrol today and be part of a transformative educational movement focused on nurturing student wellbeing through mindfulness and a supportive school culture.

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Essential Details

Price: €69.00
Course Code: FSC2533
Tutor Support: Phone, e-Mail, Forum
Start Date: 1 July 2025
Duration: 20 Hours
Format: Online
Skill Level: Beginner
Qualification: Certificate

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Course Information

EPV Days – this course is approved by the Dept. of Education for qualification of EPV days. The more courses you select, the more EPV days you receive:

  • 1 online course – 3 EPV days entitlement
  • 2 online courses – 4 EPV days entitlement
  • 3 online courses – 5 EPV days entitlement

Requirements: All our courses are run in accordance with the Department of Education and Skills criteria.

Training Period: Courses begin on Tuesday, 1st July 2025 at 9:00am and must be completed by Friday, 22nd August 2025 at 5.00pm.

Course Length: Each course requires approximately 20 hours of study including time to complete any assessments.

Support: The Discussion forums are facilitated by expert moderators.

Course Fees: Courses may be purchased either online or by phone.

  • One course €69
  • Two courses €89
  • Three courses €99

Questions and Support: Our Support team are on hand to answer all your queries, either by phone, live chat or e-mail.

Certification: When you have successfully completed your course, you will receive your CPD Certificate.

Course Content

Module 1: An Overview of Wellbeing in Schools

  • Define wellbeing in the educational context based on contemporary literature.
  • Recognise the significant role schools play in nurturing student wellbeing.
  • Become familiar with key wellbeing promotion guidelines from various agencies.
  • Explore attachment theories and understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on child development and behavior in the classroom.

Module 2: The Psychology of Wellbeing

  • Understand brain functions related to emotions through the Triune Brain Theory.
  • Apply knowledge of brain function to promote wellbeing.
  • Describe the fight, flight, freeze response and its impact on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
  • Explore the interconnection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in cognitive behavior theory.
  • Evaluate and apply relaxation strategies in the classroom for wellbeing promotion.

Module 3: Emotional Regulation and Emotional Literacy

  • Analyse the anxiety curve and understand emotional literacy and regulation.
  • Understand the relationship between emotional regulation and co-regulation.
  • Identify strategies and resources to promote emotional literacy and regulation in the classroom.
  • Explore the concept of an attachment-aware school and adapt classroom practices to support students with attachment difficulties.

Module 4: Mindfulness to Promote Wellbeing

  • Define and understand mindfulness based on contemporary research and its origins.
  • Analyse the evidence supporting the use of mindfulness interventions in schools.
  • Learn practical mindfulness-based interventions and apply them in the classroom.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of mindfulness interventions, focusing on the “Six Steps to Serenity” programme.

Module 5: Whole School Approach and School Self Evaluation in Relation to Wellbeing

  • Understand the importance of a whole-school approach to wellbeing, integrating wellbeing into school culture at all levels.
  • Learn the School Self-Evaluation (SSE) process and its importance for improving school and classroom wellbeing.
  • Develop and implement the SSE process focused on wellbeing, using key documents
  • Evaluate the benefits of a whole-school approach and the SSE process in enhancing student wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course completion requirements are as follows:

You are required to post two comments to the forum post at the end of each module throughout the course. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

Your progression from module to module is contingent on the successful completion of these assignments.

The end of course reflective assignment must demonstrate achievement of the course’s stated learning outcomes.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 10 hours online and an additional 10 hours either online or offline

If you signed up for your course online you will have received an email with login details to start your training. Please check your spam/junk email folder as it may have landed in there.

All our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course so please allow up to 2 weeks for the grade and feedback for the End of Course assignment.

The courses contain 5 modules each of which is made up of individual lessons.

You are required to engage with the course for a total of 20 hours (10 Hours online is mandatory and the remaining 10 hours can be online or offline for other learning activities)

Yes you can decide to do either. It is up to you what way you want to complete the course, once you demonstrate engagement for a total of 20 hours (10 of these must be online)

You are required to post to the forum posts at the end of each module throughout the course. You will need to post two comments. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

This is usually caused by not meeting the criteria for completing the previous module, in particular posting at least two contributions to the course forum.

The minimum word count is to be no less than 300 words and not more than 500 words.

Naturally, like most courses, it is only possible to evaluate your grade when you have completed the course.

There is two parts to the assessment:

<strong>1. Meeting the Minimum Criteria:</strong> You are required to complete all 5 modules, regularly contribute to the course forum after each module (at least 2 meaningful contributions per module).

<strong>2. Assignments:</strong> You must complete Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and posts to the forums at the end of each module, as well as an overall End of Course Assignment. Once you have met each of these conditions, you should qualify for your EPV days and receiving your Flúirse certificate of completion.

You’ll be glad to hear that ALL our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course and will always inform them before the course closing date if they do not appear to have met the above criteria for any reason.

More questions? Check our FAQ Section.

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