Essential Foundation in Collaborative Problem Solving® |Aug 2026|CE / PDP

Think:Kids teaches a revolutionary, evidence-based approach for helping children with behavioral challenges. Through training, support, and implementation services, we promote the understanding that challenging kids lack the skill, not the will, to behave well – specifically skills related to problem-solving, flexibility and frustration tolerance. Unlike traditional models of discipline, our Collaborative Problem Solving® approach avoids the use of power, control, and motivational procedures and instead focuses on teaching kids the skills they need to succeed. #KidsDoWellifTheyCan

Think:Kids at MGH: Collaborative Problem Solving®

August 11, 12, 13, 2026: 11:00am - 4:15pm ET / 8:00am - 1:15pm PT

<h2>Essential Foundation in Collaborative Problem Solving®</h2>This beginner-level course covers all aspects of the Collaborative Problem Solving approach. In this 12-hour live, interactive training, including lectures, role-play, video examples, case studies, and breakout groups, participants learn how to identify what’s really causing unmet expectations and challenging behavior and how to address those causes using a relational, replicable, and evidence-based process. Upon completing this course, graduates are eligible to take the Advanced Concepts course.____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Learning Objectives</h2>After completing this course, learners will be able to:<ul><li>Describe why a new approach is needed for working with individuals with undesired behaviors.</li><li>Explain that a person's behavior is influenced by their thinking skills rather than their motivation to behave well.</li><li>Identify how implicit bias may impact judgment about a person's behavior.</li><li>Differentiate between Problems to Be Solved and Undesired Behaviors when doing a CPS Assessment.</li><li>Identify how responses to situations are consistent with Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C.</li><li>Use Collaborative Problem Solving to build skills and address problems, not just undesired behaviors.</li><li>Solve problems collaboratively with others.</li></ul>____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h3>This course is conducted in 3 sessions, online, over Zoom </h3><ul><li>August 11, 2026: 11:00am - 4:15pm ET / 8:00am - 1:15pm PT</li><li>August 12, 2026: 11:00am - 4:15pm ET / 8:00am - 1:15pm PT</li><li>August 13, 2026: 11:00am - 4:15pm ET / 8:00am - 1:15pm PT</li></ul> See the detailed agenda below for more information.____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Tuition &amp; Registration</h2><ul><li>Thanks to the generous support of <a href="https://www.thegoodnessweb.org/" title="https://www.thegoodnessweb.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Goodness Web Foundation for Mental Health Philanthropy</a>, participants will enjoy an additional $100 discount off the early-bird and regular prices of this course. The discount will be added at checkout.</li><li>Early-Bird Individual Rate: $595/person (available up to 30 days prior to course start)</li><li>Regular Individual Rate: $635/person (available within 29 days of course start)</li><li>Early-Bird Group Rate (5+ from the same organization): $560/person (available up to 30 days prior to course start)</li><li>Regular Group Rate (5+ from the same organization: $605/person (available within 29 days of course start)</li></ul> <h4>Additional Details:</h4><ul><li>Payment Methods: Credit/debit card is preferred for registration payment. Please email us at ThinkKidsInfo@Partners.org if you need to pay by check/invoice.</li><li>Financial Assistance: If you require financial assistance, please <a href="https://redcap.partners.org/redcap/surveys/?s=F8TXP94TKCDX4LAA" title="https://redcap.partners.org/redcap/surveys/?s=F8TXP94TKCDX4LAA" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">apply for assistance by completing this form</a>. Funds are limited, and the application does not guarantee an award. The application is due a minimum of two weeks before the training begins.</li><li>Registration Deadline: Registration closes two business days before the start of the course or if we have reached our maximum capacity.</li></ul>____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Policies &amp; Requirements</h2><ul><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/Cancelation-and-Refund-Policy/" title="https://thinkkids.org/Cancelation-and-Refund-Policy/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Cancelation and Refund Policy &gt;&gt;</a></li><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/ThinkKids-Training-Policy/" title="https://thinkkids.org/ThinkKids-Training-Policy/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Grievances and Accommodations Policy &gt;&gt;</a></li><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/privacy-policy/" title="https://thinkkids.org/privacy-policy/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Confidentiality of Participant Information Policy &gt;&gt;</a></li><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Earn-CEU-and-PDP-Credit/" title="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Earn-CEU-and-PDP-Credit/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Attendance and Earning CE/PDP Policy &gt;&gt;</a></li><li>System Requirements: Users must join the training on their own devices, have access to a strong internet signal, use a web camera and microphone, and have downloaded Zoom to their devices. <a href="https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&amp;sysparm_article=KB0060748" title="https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&amp;sysparm_article=KB0060748" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Review the Zoom system requirements on their website &gt;&gt;</a></li><li>Prerequisite: Prior exposure to Collaborative Problem Solving, including taking an <a href="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Introduction/" title="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Introduction/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving</a> course, is strongly recommended, but not required.</li></ul>____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>CE/PDP Credits and Attendance</h2>Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital is an Accredited Provider of Continuing Education Units (CE) and Professional Development Points (PDP)To earn CE, PDP, or Certificates of Attendance, attendees must attend each session in full, complete a course evaluation, and complete an attestation of attendance. Partial credits will not be given in cases of missed hours, incomplete evaluations, or attestations. Certificates of completion will be emailed to attendees who meet these requirements within 30 days. If you do not receive your certificate or if you have any questions, please contact us at <a href="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@Partners.org" title="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@Partners.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ThinkKidsInfo@MGB.org</a>.<a href="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Earn-CEU-and-PDP-Credit/" title="https://thinkkids.org/Learn-Collaborative-Problem-Solving/Earn-CEU-and-PDP-Credit/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Learn more about our CE/PDP policy &gt;&gt;</a>to attendees who meet these requirements within 30 days

<ul><li>Social Workers: Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital, provider #1960 is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/28/2025 - 8/28/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 12 General continuing education credits.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Licensed Mental Health Counselors: Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7844. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Licensed Mental Health Counselors completing this course receive 12 NBCC credit hours.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Educators: We are approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for 12 PDPs, our provider number is S201500058.</li><li>Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Other: A certificate of attendance will be provided for 12 units, which can be submitted to the corresponding professional organization for consideration.</li></ul>____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Who Should Attend?</h2>This beginner-level course is designed for social workers, educators, residential program staff, mental health clinicians. Please contact <a href="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@partners.org" title="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@partners.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ThinkKidsInfo@partners.org</a> if you are unsure if this course is for you.____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Meet Your Instructors</h2>Review the course instructor’s bios on our website:<ul><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/staff_members/jordan-spikes/" title="https://thinkkids.org/staff_members/jordan-spikes/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jordan Spikes, Manager of Curriculum; Certified Trainer &amp; Consultant</a></li><li><a href="https://thinkkids.org/staff_members/margaret-johnson/" title="https://thinkkids.org/staff_members/margaret-johnson/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Margaret Johnson, Head of Belonging in Action; Certified Trainer &amp; Consultant</a></li></ul>____________________________________________________________________________________________________

<h2>Contact Us</h2>Please contact us at <a href="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@MGH.Harvard.edu" title="mailto:ThinkKidsInfo@MGH.Harvard.edu" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ThinkKidsInfo@MGB.org</a> or +1-617-643-6030 with any questions or concerns. 125 Nashua Street, 7th Floor, Suite 7100, Boston, MA 02114. www.ThinkKids.orgNote: The content of this course was last updated in March 2024.

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