Addressing Challenging Behaviors: Prevention, Intervention, and Support
Designed to help educators understand the root causes of challenging behaviors, implement evidence-based intervention strategies, and foster positive, supportive learning environments.
- 7 courses, 4 hours, self-paced
- Taught by 4 instructors
- Certificate included, up to 4 CE credits
- Access courses on any device
- 1,000+ more courses included
Every Behavior Communicates a Need
Challenging behaviors can disrupt learning, impact classroom climate, and increase stress for both educators and students. However, behavior is often a form of communication. When educators understand why behaviors occur and implement proactive, evidence-based strategies, they can create safer, more productive classrooms while supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth.
This pathway equips educators with practical tools to identify behavior patterns, prevent escalation, implement interventions, and support students through positive behavior support systems.
Courses in this Pathway
-
1
Academic and Behavioral Interventions for All Students
Support struggling students with evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions. Build a toolbox of strategies for diverse learners.
-
2
Challenging Students Can Be Champions! (Part 1)
Empower students with effective instructional approaches. Learn techniques that increase engagement, build skills, and foster independent learning.
-
3
Challenging Students Can Be Champions! (Part 2)
Transform challenging students into champions (Part 2). Get strategies for addressing behavioral issues and encouraging positive behavior.
-
4
Tips for Collecting Behavior Data in the Classroom
Turn behavior data into actionable insights. Learn to gather, record, and analyze data to reduce challenging behaviors and treat students equitably.
-
5
Help! I Have to Write a Functional Behavioral Assessment and a Behavior Intervention Plan
Master Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans step-by-step. Implement effective tier three interventions.
-
6
Strategies for Managing Physical Aggression in the Classroom
Understand the seven levels of physical aggression in students. Learn strategies to prevent and respond to unsafe classroom behaviors.
-
7
Crisis Management: Working One-on-One with Students Virtually and In Person
Manage student crises confidently online and in person. Learn to identify warning signs, de-escalate, and create crisis plans.
Learn From 4 Expert Educators
Built for District Success
Student behavior and school climate directly impact academic achievement, attendance, educator retention, and overall school success. This pathway helps districts build educator capacity to effectively support students while promoting safe, inclusive learning environments.
Talk to an expertPrevent Problems. Transform Student Outcomes.
Challenging behaviors don't have to derail learning. With the right strategies and supports, educators can create environments where students feel successful, supported, and ready to learn. This pathway provides the tools needed to respond with confidence and build lasting positive change.
Get started free