Practical, evidence-based content that helps Special Needs Assistants understand behaviour, support regulation and build meaningful relationships with every pupil.
€175
Per school, Unlimited SNAs
Warm, engaging delivery with varied teaching tools, video clips and infographics — it genuinely feels like we’re in the room with you. Perfect for your SNA team to learn together on a PCF training day.
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We join you for a hands-on workshop with live Q&A and open discussion — a space to learn, ask questions and share experiences together.
SNAs play a key role in creating calm, supportive learning environments. This further learning will help you better understand the reasons behind behaviour, support emotional and sensory regulation and build positive, growth-focused relationships with pupils.
Blending neuroscience, practical classroom strategies and reflective practice, it equips you with tools you can use straight away — while also looking after your own wellbeing and sustainability in the role.
Both the online and in-person options cover the same content and learning outcomes. An SNA resource pack is included with every booking.
How the nervous system drives behaviour — the window of tolerance, hyper arousal and hypo arousal, and why that changes how you respond.
The three stages of emotional regulation and practical co-regulation strategies your team can use in the classroom tomorrow.
The downstairs brain vs. upstairs brain — and how your breath, body and movement act as the ladder between the two.
The iceberg model, the four threats to the nervous system and Bruce Perry's regulate > relate > reason approach.
The power of "yet" and how the language you use shapes how children see themselves.
All eight senses in depth — with practical, classroom-ready strategies that don't require specialist equipment.
Give your team practical tools they can bring into the classroom tomorrow with learning that's grounded and genuinely useful.
Answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding our Professional Development for SNAs
This course is specifically designed for online CPD for Special Needs Assistants. However all school staff would benefit from completing this course.
Yes, this is a fully online CPD course for schools, designed for flexible school learning during
Primary Curriculum Framework days or Croke Park training hours or days.
This CPD course requires 2.5 hours without a break, 3 hours with a break. The break is not built into the course but during the course we recommend a break for reflection and discussion.
Within 14 days of purchase you can apply for a refund. Once you have started the course you
cannot receive a refund.
Your school will have access to the SNA CPD course for three months.
Yes. A certificate will be issued to the school on completion
The best way to contact us is by email at support@connectedchildhood.com and we will endeavour to reply to all messages within 3 working days.
We support educators with a clear, balanced mix of research, training, and hands-on classroom insight. Our approach respects the needs of children and the adults who teach them, focusing on regulation, connection, and practical application. Led by teachers with 40+ years’ experience and accredited play therapists, our Department-approved programmes turn best practice into everyday practice.
For booking in-person SNA workshop or any questions at all, drop us a line below or email support@connectedchildhood.com. We'll be back to you within 1–2 working days.
