MY SIGNATURE SEMINAR
My signature seminar, Practical Behaviour Management, was previously NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accredited. I am no longer pursuing NESA accreditation, as my current focus is on direct school consultancy. My average rating from the 1,400+ people who completed the course while it was accredited remains 4.54 out of 5 — reflecting the practical, high-impact nature of the training.
In the meantime, completing Practical Behaviour Management will contribute 5 hours and 30 minutes of teacher identified PL addressing standards 4.1.2, 4.2.2, 4.3.2 and 4.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.
SEMINARS
Seminars will be returning in 2027. Dates and locations aren’t locked in yet — if you’d like to be notified when the next Practical Behaviour Management seminar is announced, please get in touch.
OVERSEAS EVENTS
I have previously delivered Behaviour, Learning and Cultural Immersion courses internationally, including two programs in Cambodia. I am considering resuming these overseas programs in the future, providing participants with the opportunity to explore behaviour and learning within different cultural contexts. These programs, are for most participants tax deductible.
If you are interested in participating in a future program, please get in touch, and I will keep you informed of future developments, destinations and opportunities.
Read what a participant thought of my last two overseas events:
“My trips with BehaveAbility in Cambodia were some of the most satisfying and stimulating professional learning experiences I have ever had. I loved the people, the seminars, the schools and the children. I grew as a professional and as a human being because of these conferences. A fantastic experience.”
Tiffany Mahon
Deputy Principal
Namadgi School ACT
Behaviour, Learning and Cultural Immersion. (I occasionally run courses overseas)
Overseas courses may resume in the future — enquire directly if you’re interested and I will notify you of the details.
Read what a participant thought of my last two overseas events:
“My trips with BehaveAbility in Cambodia were some of the most satisfying and stimulating professional learning experiences I have ever had. I loved the people, the seminars, the schools and the children. I grew as a professional and as a human being because of these conferences. A fantastic experience.”
Tiffany Mahon
Deputy Principal
Namadgi School ACT
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
I am in high demand throughout Australia as a provider of exceptional training for teachers regarding the preventing and managing of challenging behaviours in the school environment. Book me to speak at your next staff development day, conference or staff meeting, or as a consultant in your school.
“Ian’s “Positive Behaviour Management” presentations are fast-paced, witty, practical and exactly what the teaching profession needs… Teachers leave Ian’s presentations empowered, energised and affirmed. His presentation style is guaranteed to entertain, inform and inspire.” Joy Craig. Principal. Warwick State HS, QLD
CONSULTANCY
I now work predominantly as a behaviour management consultant, working directly with schools from Kindergarten through to Year 12, as well as in special education settings. Many schools find that having an experienced, independent perspective can provide valuable, constructive and sensitive feedback on the difficulties they face. I work alongside teachers and school executives to observe, mentor and support both beginning and experienced staff, while helping schools develop practical, consistent and whole-school approaches to managing challenging behaviour and creating positive learning environments.
My work can include observing and mentoring staff, reviewing, evaluating and reporting on existing behaviour management and welfare systems, and developing targeted strategies to support individual students experiencing behavioural difficulties. My approach is practical, evidence-informed and focused on strategies that staff can confidently and immediately implement and sustain across the school. If you would like further information, please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to provide a detailed outline of the work I undertake, the areas I cover, and the associated costs.
“Dear Ian. Your positive impact on our setting has been nothing short of transformational. Your expert knowledge, coupled with extensive experience, built the capacity of our staff and was tailored to our unique, challenging context. Thank you!” Comment from a Principal of a NSW DET primary school, NSW.
Events
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