ASPEN (24-25)

Learn how to manage aggressive behavior in a school setting with these training modules.

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The ASPEN Training Modules are designed to engage educators and practitioners in the applications of positive psychology, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) in the school setting.

At the end of the course (7 modules in total), attendees will:

  • Understand the roots of aggression in children.
  • Jettison ineffective and harmful practices.
  • Understand where their respective school/district stands in an MTSS framework, (and build from there).
  • Apply principles of positive psychology like RICH Theory and Flow in behavior programming for students.
  • Review and apply principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
  • Incorproate components of optimistic teaming and leadership.


Your Instructor


Ben Springer, PhD
Ben Springer, PhD

Ben Springer is an award-winning and nationally certified school psychologist. Ben received his Masters and Doctoral Degrees in Educational Psychology at the University of Utah. Ben studied psychological assessment, counseling, school-wide positive behavior supports, bullying prevention programs, parental involvement, evidence-based practice, autism, and social skills instruction. Ben works as the director of special education in a public school in Utah.


Course Curriculum


  An Introduction to Aspen
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  Module 1: The Roots of Aggression
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  Module 2: Stuff That Does Not Work
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  Module 3: Preventative Systems and You
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  Module 4: Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face
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  Module 5: Principles of ABA
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  Module 6: Optimistic Teaming
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  Module 7: ASPEN — The Acronym of Safety
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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