CAHELP Guide of Professional Learning Courses

For more information or to register for this training, visit the CAHELP OMS Calendar: https://sbcss.k12oms.org/?gid=52 Tier 3 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports: Prevent-Teach Reinforce (PTR) for Young Children PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PATHWAY

Prevent, Teach, Reinforce for Young Children (PTR-YC) is a structured, evidence-based model designed to address challenging behaviors in young children through positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS). Grounded in the principles of applied behavior analysis, PTR follows a five-step process that can be adapted for students of all developmental levels This training pathway equips teams with the skills to assess, plan, and implement individualized interventions with fidelity for students requiring Tier 3 support. Special emphasis is placed on adapting strategies to meet the unique needs of young children, ensuring developmentally appropriate interventions. The four-day training will allow for complete experience by reviewing case studies and applying the material to ensure that fidelity can be achieved. This approach emphasizes three key components: • Prevent: Identifying triggers and modifying environments to reduce the likelihood of problem behaviors. • Teach: Introducing and reinforcing appropriate social, emotional, and behavioral skills. • Reinforce: Using positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors and ensure long-term success. PTR-YC is particularly effective in early childhood settings, including preschools and childcare programs, helping educators, caregivers, and interventionists support young children’s development while promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment. Note: The following Readiness Criteria must be met to participate in this pathway: • Completion of Tier 1 and Tier 2 training • A team that includes, at minimum: an administrator, a staff member with behavioral expertise, and a teacher • A commitment meeting with the site coach, administrator, and DMSELPA Prevention & Intervention Specialist • Participation in four facilitated coaching sessions

Required Courses

Day: 1 Teaming, Planning, and Data Collection

Day 4: Using Data and Next Steps

• Teaming and Goal Setting, Planning meetings, Progress monitoring • Setting Action Items, Importance of Data Collection • Behavior Rating Scale • Summary Day 2: PTR-YC Assessment (Functional Behavioral Assessment) • Individualized Functional Behavioral Assessment • Prevent, Teach, Reinforce... • Summarizing the Functional Behavioral Data • Developing Hypothesis Statements Day 3: PTR-YC Interventions • Individualized Interventions and the Behavior, Intervention Plan • Prevent, Teach, Reinforce. • Summary of PTR-YC Intervention Strategies • Developing the Behavior Intervention Plan • PTR-YC Behavior Intervention Plan Summary Form • Preparing for Implementation: Training, Coaching, and Ongoing Support • Monitoring Fidelity

• Implementation and Progress Monitoring • Data-Based Decision Making • What to Do If Progress Is Good • What to Do If Progress Is Unsatisfactory • Sustainability • Overall Summary and Team Implementation Guide

Intended Audience

Intervention team, student-centered team, special education teachers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, site administrators, district administrators, school psychologists, and school counselors.

LCAP Priorities

© Pupil Engagement, Pupil Achievement, School Climate, Parent Involvement

Page 93 | © Intellectual Property of CAHELP 2025, Rev. 07/25

Made with FlippingBook - Online magazine maker