Strengths, Needs & Challenges of Youth: De-escalation Strategies (Module 2)

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Duration: 60 minutes

Time: 8:30am – 9:30am

Cost: $65.22 + GST (Total $75.00) per person

Format: Online Training (can’t make the live online training, don’t worry you can register to view our recording – fit it into your busy life, at your own pace, in your own space)

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About This Course

Module 2 builds your in‑the‑moment toolkit. Learn to spot early escalation, use de‑escalation language and body‑based co‑regulation, maintain psychological and physical safety, and guide calm recovery while protecting mana and relationships.

Key Takeaways (Module 2)

  • Recognise stages of escalation and match responses.
  • Use de‑escalation scripts (what to say what not to say).
  • Apply co‑regulation strategies using voice, pace, posture, space.
  • Make quick environmental adjustments to reduce arousal.
  • Document safe debriefs and restorative next steps.
  • Know when to escalate concerns (safeguarding).

This certificate is right for you if….

You work directly or indirectly with children or young families, whether in a professional or volunteer capacity. People who have found this course particularly beneficial include teachers, LSAs, ECE staff, OSCAR teams, youth workers, counsellors, health professionals, social services staff, and caregivers.

Recommended Introduction Module

We recommend that before completing Strengths, Needs & Challenges of Youth: De-escalation Strategies (Module 2), you complete Module 1 first.

Find out more information about Module 1.

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Join us and gain invaluable insights into effectively supporting youth in managing challenging behaviours.

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Karina Schreurs

Trauma Responsive Education
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Donna Bouzaid

Safe for Children

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The course was very thorough, and each section followed well from the last, keeping it interesting throughout. The presenter spoke clearly, and as someone who trained choirs during my teaching career for many years—where consonants at the ends of words and clear diction were necessary—but whose hearing isn't what it used to be, I greatly appreciated the presenter’s enunciation and proper speech!
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