Establishing a student-centered, non-restraint culture means teachers and para-educators need tools and skills that allow them to engage with students in positive ways and kids need to feel safe enough to learn. Pro-ACT principles have been getting results in classrooms throughout the U.S. for four decades. The process of culture change takes vision as well as commitment, but the results can be outstanding. Improved student learning and increased teacher satisfaction are just two measures. See the actual restraint reduction results two schools saw after implementing Pro-ACT training as part of an overall commitment to shifting culture.
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Pro-ACT Training Meets AB 508 Requirements
Pro-ACT Training meets California State requirements for AB 508, Management of Assaultive Behavior. Pro-ACT teaches professionals the skills they need to safely identify, prevent and de-escalate assaultive behavior in workplace… Read More
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Roundtables Help You Stay Prepared!
Looking for training tips? Teaching restraint without physical contact? Interested in Pro-ACT & Trauma-informed Care? Pro-ACT offers FREE Remote Roundtables to currently-certified In-service Instructors. Email us to register!
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More Site-based Training in 2023
More in-person In-service Instructor classes are being added to the calendar. Next up: Rutland, VT on April 17, San Diego, CA, on May 22, and Ahaheim, CA, on June 12!
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Last Chance to Update & Access!
Update & Access classes are available to anyone interested in using Pro-ACT 2022. Cost is minimal, and the last session will be May 2. Check the schedule and register for… Read More
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Pro-ACT Training Meets Requirements for California AB 1172
Pro-ACT training meets and exceeds the requirements of California AB 1172 which states that special education programs must provide training that improves staffs’ assessment skills and their ability to understand… Read More
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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
If your agency is using Pro-ACT, know that equity, diversity and inclusion are already incorporated into the Pro-ACT Principles you’re practicing. From assessing staff behavior, attitudes and implicit biases to… Read More
Pro-ACT, Inc.’s investment in the health and safety of our communities, clients, and employees remains a constant. It is our goal to provide clients with the training venues and opportunities that best meet their personal health and organizational needs. As guidelines and recommendations for managing the COVID-19 pandemic as well as other health and safety concerns have changed, Pro-ACT, Inc. continues to offer site-based and virtual training options. For a list of currently scheduled trainings, click the red button in the upper left corner of this page.
New To Pro-ACT / Register
Pro-ACT is based on a set of principles that focus on maintaining client dignity and keeping people safe. Offering professionals the skills needed to reduce or avoid restraint, the Pro-ACT curriculum provides Train-the-Trainer as well as In-service training. [Read more]
Returning ISIs
In-service Instructors
This is the place for the information you need and the support you want. Log-in to the In-service Instructor portal to access and download your training materials or upload your renewal documentation. Want to attend a Roundtable? This is where you’ll find the schedule.
Covid-19 FAQs
Covid-19 FAQs
We understand that in this time things are changing daily and questions arise continually. The answers to many of your Covid-19 training questions can be found in the FAQ pages. We wish you safety and good health during this time. [Read more]
Advantage e-Learning
Advantage e-Learning
Pro-ACT Advantage e-Learning offers an alternative to the conventional delivery of Pro-ACT certification training. This flexible, affordable online course can be used as a stand-alone training or a replacement for the first 8-hours of Pro-ACT certification. [Read more]