Preventing Bullying and Cyberbullying: Creating a Safe School Environment

Take a proactive stance against bullying. This course provides comprehensive strategies to identify, prevent, and respond to bullying and cyberbullying effectively. Learn to build a safe, respectful, and inclusive school culture where all students can thrive.

Description

Creating a safe school is a prerequisite for effective learning. This essential 25-hour course equips educators with the knowledge and tools to tackle bullying and cyberbullying head-on. Participants will explore the psychology of bullying, identifying the roles of bully, victim, and bystander. We will cover practical, evidence-based prevention strategies, including promoting digital citizenship, fostering empathy, and implementing school-wide policies. The course provides clear protocols for intervention and response. Through case studies and collaborative planning, you will develop a concrete action plan to create a zero-tolerance culture for bullying in your school community.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the different forms of bullying and cyberbullying and their impact on students.
  • Implement proactive, school-wide strategies to prevent bullying before it starts.
  • Develop students’ digital citizenship skills to promote safe and responsible online behavior.
  • Apply effective intervention techniques to de-escalate bullying incidents and support all involved students.
  • Design a comprehensive anti-bullying action plan for their specific school context, involving students, staff, and parents.

Methodology & Assessment

Interactive lectures and discussions: Introduce key concepts with opportunities for questions and participant input.

Experiential Activities: Skill-building practice with role-playing, simulations, and small group work.

Case studies: Analyze real-life scenarios to understand challenges and effective practices.

Assessment:

  • Active participation in discussions and activities.
  • Short, reflective writing exercises.
  • Final presentation of the designed mentoring/coaching program.
  • Reflective Practice: Short writing exercises, journaling, and facilitated discussions for deeper learning.
  • Collaborative Learning: Group work and program design projects to promote teamwork and sharing.
  • Cultural Exchange: Opportunities for sharing unique perspectives among participants from diverse backgrounds.

Materials, Digital Tools & Other Learning Resources

Participants receive a digital handbook with guides to cooperative learning structures, conflict resolution scripts, classroom posters, and presentations. An online platform will host all materials and facilitate the sharing of best practices among the European educators.

Certification Details

Certificate of attendance.

Upcoming sessions

Dates Location
21–25 September 2026 Seville, Spain Enroll
19–23 October 2026 Seville, Spain Enroll
16–20 November 2026 Seville, Spain Enroll
23–27 November 2026 Seville, Spain Enroll
14–18 December 2026 Seville, Spain Enroll
18–22 January 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
15–19 February 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
15–19 March 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
19–23 April 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
17–21 May 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
21–25 June 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
19–23 July 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
20–24 September 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
18–22 October 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
15–19 November 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll
13–17 December 2027 Seville, Spain Enroll

Pricing, Packages and Other Information

Price: EUR 400-800

Course package content:

We can assist you:

  • Accommodation: We can help you find suitable and comfortable accommodation options near the training venue, whether you prefer hotels, guesthouses, or apartments.
  • Cultural Tours: Immerse yourself in the local culture with our curated tours and excursions. Explore historical sites, museums, and hidden gems, and gain a deeper understanding of your surroundings.
  • Transportation: We can arrange convenient and reliable transportation options for your arrival and departure.

Cancellation & Changes

We understand that plans can change. That’s why we offer flexible options for cancellations and changes, while also providing clarity on our policy in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Participant-Initiated Changes and Cancellations:

Changes: We are happy to accommodate changes to your registration, such as transferring to a different course date or modifying your accommodation choices, whenever possible. Please contact us as soon as possible with your request and we will do our best to assist you.

Additional Information

  • Language: English
  • Target audience ISCED: Primary education (ISCED 1), Lower secondary education (ISCED 2), Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
  • Target audience type: Teacher
  • Learning time: 25 hours or more

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