Vagus Nerve Training
A comprehensive self-paced online programme exploring the vagus nerve, nervous system regulation, relaxation, breathing, mindfulness and practical wellbeing techniques.
Online • Self-Paced • Learn In Your Own Time
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Welcome to Vagus Nerve Training from The Happy Mind Studio Academy.
This programme takes the introductory ideas from our free Vagus Nerve Reset course and develops them into a much deeper learning experience.
You will explore the nervous system, the vagus nerve, stress and relaxation responses, breathing, grounding, mindfulness, movement, sound and practical techniques that can be incorporated into everyday wellbeing.
Work through the modules when it suits you, return to lessons as often as you need and complete the practical activities at your own pace.
What's Included?
17 Modules
Structured learning from foundations through to practical application.
Practical Exercises
Develop your understanding through breathing, grounding, mindfulness and relaxation practices.
Assessment
Knowledge checks and a final assessment help consolidate your learning.
By The End Of This Course You Will
- Understand the basic anatomy and function of the vagus nerve.
- Understand the role of the autonomic nervous system.
- Explore stress and relaxation responses.
- Understand how breathing relates to nervous system regulation.
- Explore grounding and mindfulness practices.
- Explore sound, humming and vibration practices.
- Develop practical relaxation routines.
- Create your own personalised wellbeing practices.
- Reflect on how different techniques affect your experience.
Introduction To The Vagus Nerve
An introduction to the vagus nerve and why it has become such an important subject within wellbeing education.
- What is the vagus nerve?
- Where is it located?
- What does it connect with?
- Why is it important?
The Autonomic Nervous System
Explore the autonomic nervous system and how the body automatically responds to internal and external experiences.
- Sympathetic nervous system
- Parasympathetic nervous system
- Autonomic responses
- Rest and recovery
Stress & The Body
Explore how stress can influence our physical and emotional experience.
- Understanding stress
- Short-term responses
- Everyday stress
- Recovery and restoration
The Relaxation Response
Explore what happens when the body moves towards a more settled state.
- Relaxation
- Recovery
- Rest
- Creating opportunities to pause
Breathing & The Nervous System
Explore breathing as a practical tool for awareness and relaxation.
- Natural breathing
- Breath awareness
- Gentle breathing practices
- Creating a breathing routine
Grounding Techniques
Learn practical grounding techniques that can bring attention back to the present moment.
- 5–4–3–2–1 sensory grounding
- Body awareness
- Environmental awareness
- Grounding routines
Mindfulness & Awareness
Explore mindfulness and how attention can be deliberately brought into the present moment.
- Mindful breathing
- Body awareness
- Thought awareness
- Non-judgemental observation
Sound & Humming
Explore sound and gentle humming as practices for relaxation and body awareness.
- Vocal vibration
- Gentle humming
- Sound awareness
- Mindful listening
Movement & The Nervous System
Explore gentle movement as part of everyday wellbeing.
- Movement awareness
- Gentle mobility
- Stretching
- Movement breaks
Touch & Self-Care
Explore how safe, appropriate self-care practices can become part of a personal relaxation routine.
- Body awareness
- Comfort
- Self-care rituals
- Creating a calming environment
Sleep & Rest
Explore the relationship between relaxation, rest and healthy sleep routines.
- Preparing for rest
- Evening routines
- Reducing stimulation
- Mindful relaxation
Creating A Calm Environment
Explore how your environment can influence your ability to pause and relax.
- Light
- Sound
- Space
- Personal calming rituals
Building A Daily Reset
Bring the techniques together into a simple daily reset routine.
- Morning reset
- Midday reset
- Evening reset
- Choosing what works for you
Developing Your Personal Practice
Explore how to create a sustainable personal wellbeing practice.
- Consistency
- Reflection
- Personal preferences
- Creating realistic routines
Practical Integration
Apply your learning to everyday situations.
- Busy days
- Work breaks
- Travel
- Transitions between activities
Creating Your Personal Vagus Reset
Bring together your preferred techniques into your own personal practice.
Choose three to five techniques from the course and create a short routine that you can realistically practise.
Review, Reflection & Moving Forward
Review what you have learned and consider how you want to continue developing your practice.
- Review the key learning
- Reflect on your favourite techniques
- Identify your next steps
- Create a long-term practice
Knowledge & Reflection Assessment
Once you have completed all 17 modules, complete your final assessment.
Assessment Areas
- Understanding the vagus nerve
- Understanding the autonomic nervous system
- Stress and relaxation
- Breathing practices
- Grounding techniques
- Mindfulness
- Sound and humming
- Movement
- Personal practice development
Final Reflection
What are the three most useful things you have learned from this course?
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How will you incorporate your learning into everyday life?
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Which practice will you continue?
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Congratulations!
You have completed the Vagus Nerve Training programme with The Happy Mind Studio Academy.
Once your learning and assessment requirements have been completed, you can receive your course completion certificate.
Return To The AcademyWhere Will Your Learning Take You Next?
Continue developing your wellbeing practice with Mindfulness & Meditation Foundations or explore the traditional Japanese Reiki pathway.
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