Resources to further support this work of providing welcoming and safe spaces to newcomer students and families
Free
Building a Foundation of Knowledge around Resilience and Healing in Schools
Having strategies around social and emotional learning, trauma-responsive practices, mental health and healing for both staff and students is imperative so that schools can be supportive and resilient places where all students, staff, and families can thrive.
Equipping Educators with Tools to Help Students Succeed Academically, Socially and Emotionally
Since 2020, the Center for Childhood Resilience’s Learning & Resource Hub has provided valuable learning to more than 10,000 adults serving children and youth in Illinois and beyond.
Comprehensive Courses
Mini Courses
Curated Resources
Free Credits
Events
CCR’s Learning & Resource Hub supports the adults who are part of school systems that are creating:
Simply put, we provide information, resources and (online) social connections so schools create spaces where learning is possible, and where people want to work!
Spaces that foster individual and collective growth
Climates that are conducive to learning, both academic and social and emotion
Climates that are conducive to teaching
School communities that are centered around whole child
An environment of healing centered engagement
Continuing Education Opportunities
As a part of our partnership with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), educators who complete this e-learning can earn FREE professional development hours. These are available to Illinois educators, administrators, school staff and school counselors. To earn PEL hours, participants must complete a short survey at the end of each training; then a certificate of attendance will be provided. Center for Childhood Resilience is an approved provider for ISBE professional development.
Most courses on the Learning & Resource Hub are eligible for FREE continuing education credits for the following:
- Illinois Professional Educator License holders (PEL)
- Illinois licensed social workers
- Illinois licensed professional counselors
- Illinois licensed psychologists
- Early childhood and out-of-school providers through Gateways (INCCRRA)
What The Research Shows
3.85 Million
U.S. Children with Unmet Mental Needs1
Only 51%
Of U.S. Children with a Mental Health Problem Receive Mental Health Treatment2
Of These 58%
Receive Mental Health Services In School
Explore our courses, curated resources & learning series
Build robust professional development opportunities for your teams through our learning series. Use this material from experts in the field to watch, reflect and discuss with your teams to create more healing-centered schools for all students. We’re glad you’re here. Let the learning begin!
Course Content
Course 1: Creating Calm Spaces
Course 2: Trauma-Responsive Book Studies
Course Content
Course Content
Course Content
Free
Introduction to Trauma for Early Childhood
Free
Is Your School or District Ready for a Behavioral Health Team?
Resource Only
RESOURCES: Supporting Newcomer Students and Families in Schools
Free
Reimaginando el Apoyo a la Salud Mental de los Migrantes
Curso para proveedores no de salud mental, como personal de refugios y promotores de salud, enfocado en estrategias universales.
For Illinois-licensed professionals
CEU Only – Trauma-Informed Practices in Illinois Schools
In addition to earning ISBE professional development hours for your educator license, you can now obtain continuing education hours for the following Illinois-licensed professions: social workers, professional counselors, and psychologists. To receive the continuing education certificate, you must pass an additional brief quiz.
Free
Trauma-Informed Practices in Illinois Schools
This short course covers information needed to fulfill the mandate created by Illinois Public Act 103-0413, which was signed into law in August 2023. The law creates common definitions around trauma-responsive environments.
Free
Reimagining Mental Health Supports for Migrants
Designed for non-mental health providers, such as front-line worker, this course focuses on the foundational level of mental health intervention - universal strategies.
Free
Golden Apple: Trauma, Racism and Equity
For REACH schools, learn to create trauma-informed environments with TRS-IA administration and action planning frameworks.
Free
Golden Apple: Introduction to Trauma for School Communities
For REACH schools, learn to create trauma-informed environments with TRS-IA administration and action planning frameworks.
Free
Onboarding to the Learning Resource Hub
Free
Trauma-Responsive Schools Implementation Assessment: TRS-IA
For REACH schools, learn to create trauma-informed environments with TRS-IA administration and action planning frameworks.
Free
Trauma Responsive Book Studies: REACH for Strategies
Learn quick strategies for using book studies to advance trauma-responsive and healing-centered work in schools or districts.
Free
Supporting Students with Grief and Loss: REACH for Strategies
Learn how to support children coping with grief, fostering resilience in school environments with actionable strategies for educators.
Free
Supporting LGBTQ Students: REACH for Strategies
Learn essential strategies to create affirming school environments for LGBTQ students, promoting improved outcomes and inclusivity.
Free
Strategies For Having Tough Conversations About Race in the Classroom
Equip teachers with tools to navigate tough race conversations in classrooms, offering practical guidance and colleague support.
Free
Spotlight Dr. Paul Enderle: Advancing Racial Justice and Educational Equity in Interview Series
Learn from Dr. Paul Enderle's 30-year journey in education, highlighting his roles in fostering equity, racial justice, and systemic change.
Free
Spotlight Dr. Jacqueline Johnson: Advancing Racial Justice & Educational Equity Interview Series
Learn from Dr. Jacqueline E. Johnson's expertise on educational equity, gaining strategies to champion diversity and inclusion in your school.
Free
Racism as Trauma
Learn the impact of trauma and racism on students and communities, with applications for schools, afterschool programs, and early childhood settings.
Free
Psychological First Aid: Listen, Protect, Model and Teach
Learn psychological first aid strategies to support students post-crisis, with practical methods to listen, protect, connect, model, and teach
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the courses on the Learning & Resource Hub?
Center for Childhood Resilience’s courses are accessible after registering on this site. Click here to go to the registration page.
Are the courses free?
Yes! Center for Childhood Resilience’s courses are free.
How many courses are there?
Currently, there are 44 courses created by Center for Childhood Resilience. Go the Courses pages under the Professional Deveopment tab.
I didn't get my certificate of completion after completing the course. What do I do?
Please reach out to us at LearningHub@LurieChildrens.org.
I completed courses on the previous learning platform. Will my completions carry over?
Yes! If you were a member on our previous learning platform, your completions have been carried over to this site. If you have any issues around this, please reach out to us at LearningHub@LurieChildrens.org.
I don't work in Illinois. Can I still get credit for the courses?
Center for Childhood Resilience is an approved provider for licensed social workers, professional counselors, and psychologists through Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Most states have reciprocity, but check with your state’s professional licensing board. After completing a course, you’ll receive a certificate you can print and save for your records.
I'm a school nurse. Can I get credit hours for the courses?
Center for Childhood Resilience is an approved provider for:
- Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Licensed social workers, professional counselors, and psychologists through Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Certified providers through Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) through Gateways for Opportunities
How do I know what type of user I am?
Anyone can register on our Learning & Resource Hub; you don’t have to be part of a user group. Our “Learning for Educators” user group provides access to our courses, resources, and community building forums.
How does my school become involved in REACH?
To find out how your schools or district can get involved, contact REACH@luriechildrens.org. Visit ISBE’s website to see which SEL Hub works with your school or district; Social-Emotional Learning Hubs (isbe.net)
