Course Summary
This course is for teachers, coaches, parents/caregivers and other interested community members who work closely with teens who are struggling with aggression, anger and impulse control.
In this course, you will find out how to build empathy and knowledge around risk factors, protective factors and behaviour change models so that you can empower young people at risk of (or participating in) violent behaviours to reclaim their lives and choose more useful strategies for managing their emotions.
You will learn:
How to manage violent situations and help teens better manage their aggressive impulses:
- What causes violent behaviours
- What is aggression and how to manage it
- How to manage violent situations, including de-escalation strategies
- How to work with the nervous system to return to a state of calm
- Tips and tricks for helping teens build awareness of, and greater control over, their thoughts, emotions and behaviours
Course time:
This course will take you 2 hours to complete. Enjoy it in one session or spread it out over a few weeks. You will have ongoing access via your personal dashboard.
Accreditation:
This course is mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
It is accredited for professional development hours at the following levels:
Proficient Teacher – all states and territories:
- 4.3 Manage challenging behaviour by establishing and negotiating clear expectations with students and address discipline issues promptly, fairly and respectfully.
This course is accredited by TQI for 2 hours of professional development for teachers in the ACT for 2024.
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Course Content
Introduction
What Causes Violent Behaviours?
Managing Violent Situations
Supporting Going Forward
Your Teaching
Reflection
Course instructor
Jarryd Bendall comes from a long line of teachers, which is why he initially avoided this calling. Jarryd taught in primary school settings for a number of years, before combining his love for writing and education at an Education Specialist role with Cool.org. This role sees him as a bridge between knowledgeable industry experts and classroom teachers, bringing excellence into the classroom and challenging the average curriculum with innovative and effective ideas.
Jarryd will be on hand to answer any questions and help you navigate this course.
Frequently asked questions
How long will this take to complete?
This course will take you 2 hours to complete. Enjoy it in one session or spread it out over a few weeks. You will have ongoing access via your personal dashboard.
Will I get proof of completion?
You will get a Cool.org certificate when you finish, which you can access any time via your personal dashboard, it will also be sent to you by email.
Is this course accredited?
This course is mapped to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. It is accredited for professional development hours at the following levels:
Proficient Teacher – all states and territories:
- 4.3 Manage challenging behaviour by establishing and negotiating clear expectations with students and address discipline issues promptly, fairly and respectfully.
This course is accredited by TQI for 2 hours of professional development for teachers in the ACT for 2024.
What are the curriculum links?
Secondary: Health and Physical Education
General capabilities: Personal and Social Capability
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