We hope that the knowledge you gain here will become a part of your procedures, routines, and transitions as you prepare your students' nervous system for the challenges and lived experiences of the day.
Course Timing
This is a self-paced course that can be started at any time. The course includes an invitation to a live discussion with Stephen Porges, PhD or Deb Dana, LCSW. Our next live discussion date is TBD.
Course Description
Educators sit with and attend to up to 200 students every day, putting them in a unique perspective to observe their behaviors and nervous system responses. Traditionally, educators have paid attention to observable behaviors, assessing them as appropriate or inappropriate, alongside a variety of additional nuanced labels.
Now, through Polyvagal Theory alongside other social and affective neuroscience research, we understand that education requires “state regulation” to access and integrate the cognitive and mental ability needed to succeed in school and navigate life experiences.
Through this course, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how our nervous systems drive our neuroception, perception, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in all moments. We will explore educator nervous system states and the contagiousness of our emotions through the lens of Polyvagal Theory.
Payment Information
This course costs $499. You can pay the full fee at registration, or in three-month installments.
Your access will last for 365 days from the date of registration.
Course Requirements
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course Format
Course Framework
This course consists of 10 hours of pre-recorded videos. Over the course, the following will be covered:
Module 1: Understanding Nervous System Development Through the Lens of Polyvagal Theory and the Implications of Understanding Inside Our Schools
Module 2: The Adult Nervous System and Collective Nervous Systems in Our Schools and Districts
Module 3: Exploring the Body’s Response to Adversity, Trauma, and Stress
Module 4: Co-regulation at the Heart of the New Lens For Discipline
Module 5: Building the Nest and the Power of Stories as we Establish Environmental and Cultural Cues of Felt-Safety
Recommended Audience
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will:
Gain a deeper understanding of how our nervous systems drive our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors according to Polyvagal Theory
Develop practices to uncover the sensations that drive us to protect ourselves
Learn how to cultivate felt safety and co-regulate your students to get ahead of negative behaviors
You will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing this course.
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What is the attendance policy for a course?Live/Hybrid courses: While specific course policies may vary, we typically allow one absence for a live or hybrid course and require watching the recording and/or sometimes submitting a reflection for the missed session. If a participant is absent for more than the permissible number of live sessions, they may no longer be eligible to receive their certificate. Self-paced courses: Attendance does not apply to self-paced courses as they are designed to be consumed when the student is willing and able to take the course. All material is pre-recorded content, reading, or individual assignments. Please note that if you are enrolled in a course that offers CEs (continuing education credits) and you have opted to earn them, specific attendance policies apply and must be adhered to in order for you to remain eligible to earn CEs at the end of the course. Contact us for details if you are unsure of the attendance policy for your particular course!
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How and where are live sessions held?Live sessions are held online via Zoom. You will find your course Zoom link inside the course content on our Learning Platform once you enroll; email reminders with the Zoom link are sent to enrolled students. While having your camera on is not required, you are invited to turn your camera on during your live course session; this allows you to share in co-regulation with other learners and to build a sense of community.
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What if I am unable to attend a live session?We upload recordings of our live course sessions to our Learning Platform within 72 hours for you to view. (Please see the attendance policy above.)
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How can I tell what time the live session will be in my local time zone?To convert live course session meeting times to your local timezone, please use a conversion website like this.
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Where can I find the course material?PVI uses a Learning Platform (LMS) called Thinkific. Upon enrolling in a course, you will receive an email invite to access the course in Thinkific. This is where you'll find all of the course materials, links, and class community.
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Is this course accredited?PVI is the founding home of Polyvagal Theory, and we believe our courses offer the most accurate and up to date content about Polyvagal Theory and its many applications. There is no accrediting body for this type of curriculum. Our course descriptions will list any continuing education credits (CEs/ CEUs) or other professional benefits that might be available for the course (along with any applicable restrictions). If CEs are not listed for a particular course, then none are available.
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How do I reset my password to the PVI Learning Platform?You can reset your password by going to https://pvi.thinkific.com/users/sign_in and clicking the “Forgot Password?” link. You will then enter the email address you used when creating your account to receive a one-time password reset link. Use the instructions in that email to complete your password reset. If you have any other technical questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@polyvagal.org.
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Is there closed captioning?Yes. Most of our pre-recorded course content is hosted on a platform that offers closed captioning. If you come across a video that does not have closed captioning, please send us a message at info@polyvagal.org and we will be glad to assist you.
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In which currency are your prices listed in?Our prices are listed in USD (United States Dollars). Your credit card or bank statement will likely reflect the price in your local currency.
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Will I be charged sales tax?If you are located in the US or Canada, you will be charged sales tax on the cost of your course.
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Are there scholarships available?Yes, PVI offers scholarships for all of our courses on a rolling basis. You can apply for a scholarship at https://forms.gle/vvfQdyAtw3k79LpM9.
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Are there group discounts?Yes. For groups of five or more participants, a 15% discount is available for each participant. Please contact us at info@polyvagal.org to inquire and to enroll as a group!
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What is your refund policy?We are proud to offer a 30 day Money Back Guarantee for all of our courses (from date of purchase for self-paced courses and from date of first live session for live courses). Please reach out to us at info@polyvagal.org if you'd like to inquire about a refund.
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Can I purchase a gift certificate for PVI courses?Give the gift of learning! Yes, Polyvagal Institute offers digital gift certificates that arrive by email, and can be used towards any of our courses. Gift certificates are a simple way to share polyvagal insight and knowledge that stems from a better understanding of the human experience. Purchase a gift certificate now!
INSTRUCTOR(S)
Lori Desautels, PhD
Dr. Lori Desautels has been an Assistant Professor at Butler University since 2016 where she teaches both undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Education. Lori is a former special education teacher and school counselor. In 2016, Lori created a nine-hour graduate certification at Butler University in Applied Educational Neuroscience/Brain and Trauma. Lori Is the author of four books and her latest book, “Connections over Compliance: Rewiring Our Perception of Discipline” was released in 2020. Lori co-authored the social and emotional competencies for the state of Indiana and created a 100-day educational Neuroscience toolkit for educators worldwide. Lori writes for Edutopia and co-teaches in schools where she shares the application of her research in K-12 classrooms.
Lori Desautels, PhD
