Courses for child and family specialists in 2025
Upcoming courses
1-2-3 Magic® & Emotion Coaching for Professionals
Effective Behaviour Management
Equip yourself with practical strategies to support children’s emotional regulation and behaviour management with 1-2-3 Magic® & Emotion Coaching for Professionals. This evidence-based training helps professionals guide children towards positive behaviour without relying on punishment or excessive talk.
This course provides:
✅ A simple, structured approach to managing challenging behaviour
✅ Techniques to help children develop emotional self-regulation
✅ Strategies to strengthen adult-child communication
Ideal for child and family specialists, this training empowers professionals to implement and teach the 1-2-3 Magic® & Emotion Coaching tenets effectively.
Live webinar | 9th May | Full day training
Live webinar | 6th June | Full day training
Live webinar | 4th July | Full day training
Register here - https://www.parentshop.com.au/professionals/123-magic-for-professionals/
Anxiety Coach®
Practical Strategies to Support Anxious Children
Help families manage childhood anxiety with Anxiety Coach® for Family Specialists, an evidence-based training developed by psychologist Michael Hawton. This course equips professionals with practical tools to guide parents in reducing children's anxiety and building resilience.
This training helps professionals teach parents to:
✅ Respond effectively to anxious behaviours
✅ Foster confidence and independence in children
✅ Reduce over-accommodation and avoidance patterns
Designed for child and family specialists, psychologists, and social workers, this course empowers professionals to coach parents using proven anxiety management strategies.
Live webinar | 4 April | Full day training
Live webinar | 20 June | Full day training
Live webinar | 27 August | Full day training
Register here - https://www.parentshop.com.au/professionals/anxiety-coach-family-specialists/
1-2-3 Magic® & Emotion Coaching, Special Needs Adaptation
Practical Behaviour Support
Managing challenging behaviours in children with additional needs requires a tailored approach. 1-2-3 Magic® & Emotion Coaching, Special Needs Adaptation equips professionals with simple, effective strategies to help parents foster positive behaviour and emotional regulation in their children.
This evidence-based course helps professionals:
✅ Reduce disruptive behaviour with a structured approach
✅ Support emotional regulation in children with diverse needs
✅ Strengthen communication between children and parents
Designed for child and family specialists working with children with additional needs, this training provides practical tools to create a calmer learning environment.
For certified 1-2-3 Magic & Emotion Coaching facilitators only.
Live webinar | 11 April | 9.00am - 12.00pm
Live webinar | 16 October | 9.00am - 12.00pm
Register here - https://www.parentshop.com.au/professionals/123-magic-adapted-for-special-needs/
Engaging Adolescents™ Practitioner Training
Equip Parents to Support Teens
Help parents navigate the challenges of raising teenagers with Engaging Adolescents™ Practitioner Training. This evidence-based course, developed by psychologist Michael Hawton, provides professionals with the skills to coach parents in managing teenage behavior and strengthening family relationships.
This training equips practitioners to teach parents how to:
✅ Have calm, constructive conversations with teens
✅ Set clear boundaries while maintaining connection
✅ Support adolescent resilience and emotional regulation
Ideal for family specialists, educators, and community workers, this course enables professionals to deliver Engaging Adolescents™ workshops to parents.
Live webinar | 27 June | Full day training
Live webinar | 26 August | Full day training
Tough Conversations for Frontline Staff
Practical Skills for Handling Difficult Interactions
Frontline administration staff frequently manage challenging conversations with parents, students, and colleagues. Tough Conversations for Frontline Staff provides practical strategies to navigate these discussions with confidence and professionalism.
This training helps staff:
✅ Stay calm under pressure
✅ Set clear boundaries while maintaining positive relationships
✅ De-escalate conflict and manage emotional responses
Ideal for administrative and support staff, this course builds essential communication skills for a well-managed school environment.
Live webinar | 15 August | Full day training
register here - https://www.parentshop.com.au/professionals/tough-conversations-for-frontline-staff/
Tough Conversations for Child Protection
Confidently Navigate Sensitive Discussions
Professionals working in child protection face complex and emotionally charged conversations. Tough Conversations for Child Protection provides practical strategies to handle these discussions with confidence, care, and clarity.
This evidence-based training helps professionals:
✅ Stay calm and focused in high-stakes conversations
✅ Set clear boundaries while maintaining empathy
✅ Manage emotional responses and de-escalate conflict
Designed for child protection professionals, this course equips participants with the skills to navigate tough conversations effectively.
Live webinar | 5 May | Full day training
Live webinar | 16 September | Full day training