This course explores best practices in preventing and managing behavior escalations. Specific attention is paid to the role of self-regulation in preventing and managing escalations. Participants will learn to recognize where a student is on the dysregulation continuum, strategies to promote a successful return to a calm, engaged state, and how to develop a plan to support dysregulated students.

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the stages of escalation and effective strategies to support students at each stage
  • Identify your own personal triggers and strategies to promote wellness
  • Develop a plan for supporting your students' emotional self-regulation

Course Outcomes

  • Identify the stages of escalation and effective strategies to support students at each stage.
  • Identify your own personal triggers and strategies to promote wellness.
  • Develop a plan for supporting your students' emotional self-regulation.

Intended Audiences

  • K–12 Educators
  • Administrators
  • Paraprofessionals

Course Type

  • Self-Paced

Recommended Number of PLUs

  • 3 PLUs