What You'll Learn
Abraham Maslow observed that most “symptoms” of problems stem from unmet psychological needs—and when needs are met, people thrive. PRO Assessment focuses on Circle of Courage needs for Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity. These are validated by research on developmental relationships, neuroscience, trauma, and resilience. Participants develop these key competencies:
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Connect with the young person in conflict to build a sense of safety and trust.
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Explore key life events to identify private logic and adaptive or reactive coping styles.
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Evaluate how family, school, and peer relationships contribute to strain or support.
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Identify strengths and needs related to Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity.
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Formulate a restorative plan to build supports in the ecology and strengths in the person.
Course Options
PRO Assessment courses are offered on-site as well as online. Participants receive a PRO Assessment manual and a text covering the evidence-base of this model. Those who seek formal certification may demonstrate competency by completing a self-test and submitting an actual assessment of a child or youth at risk. We offer these additional options for training in PRO Assessment:
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On-site course
Organizations may contract to have this course delivered by a certified trainer to groups of up to 30 individuals; for information contact Wendy Beukelman—[email protected]
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Online Course
Includes Printed MaterialsOur e-learning course includes 7 modules presented in about 4 hours of video along with a self-test. Registrants will be sent the PRO Assessment manual and a text when they sign up. Participants seeking a certificate should complete a PRO Assessment on a student or client and submit to the instructor at [email protected].
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Graduate Credit
Optional Graduate credit of three semester hours is also available through Augustana University for an additional fee of $300 USD. As described in the course syllabus found here, this also requires submission of a completed assessment as well as written assignments and a self-test. For information, contact [email protected]
Your Instructor
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Larry Brendtro
Senior Trainer
[email protected]Course curriculum
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The Standard for Evidence
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Chapter 1 Quiz
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The Adaptive Brain
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Chapter 2 Quiz
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Strengths and Needs
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Chapter 3 Quiz
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Bonds of Trust
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Chapter 4 Quiz
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Conquering Challenge
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Chapter 5 Quiz
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Lives with Purpose
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Chapter 6 Quiz
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About this course
- $210.00
- 14 lessons
- 3.5 hours of video content