This workshop explores how music and musical experiences can support children aged 0-5, particularly those affected by trauma. Participants will learn how music supports brain development, helps children express emotion, and promotes regulation and connection. This workshop is not a music therapy qualification.

This training sessions explores:

• The science and research which suggests music experiences are essential to support early childhood development, including brain development
• How music experiences can be a non-threatening medium for expressing emotions and support healing from trauma
• How music can stimulate the brain's reward pathways, providing a sense of pleasure and relief from traumatic stress

About the facilitator

This workshop is facilitated by early childhood practitioners and trauma-informed educators with experience using music to support healing in young children. Their work focuses on practical, play-based approaches that help children regulate, connect and thrive in trauma-aware environments.

Other information

• Timezones: all course and workshop times are displayed in Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra time zones. Please ensure you convert to your current time zone.
• Payment: All workshop payments must be made by credit card.
• Group bookings: Invoicing is only available for group bookings of 5 or more for the same workshop date. Contact us through support@childhood.org.au for group bookings.
• Resources: Included with this training are resources and music booklets.

Early childhood educators, family support workers and other professionals working with children aged 0-5. No musical background required.