Building an Effective Alternative Learning Program in your District

Live Webinar | October 9, 2025 | 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. EST

Cost: $95.00 per person

Audience: This live webinar is designed for administrators, teachers, and service providers who are responsible for designing alternative learning programs within a public school district. Special educators, administrators, school psychologists, social workers, counselors, BCBA’s, and any other interested parties are welcome.

Attendance: Please note that your purchase provides you with a seat at the live webinar AND access to the recording of the live session for 30 days following the live event. Therefore, you may choose to participate live or use a self-study option via the recording. However, if you are looking for specific credit hours, please refer to the credentials section below.

Description: In this session, you will learn how to design supports and structures for an effective in-district alternative learning program. We will start with foundational strategies such as defining your student population, designing an effective physical learning environment, and creating a strong program philosophy. We will then move on to more in-depth topics such as developing consistent entry and exit protocols, designing a feasible instructional model, and implementing effective data collection systems. You will leave this training armed with a roadmap for designing a new program or improving existing programs to support students through innovative, structured, and supportive approaches.

Credentials: This program is approved by the following agencies. Please read carefully to understand specific credit hours and attendance requirements.

1. National Association of Social Workers (Approval #886795044-9883).

2. Live attendance required for 2 continuing education credit hours.

3. New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work  (Approval #SW-0631)

4. Live attendance or self-study option for 2 continuing education credit hours.

5. National Association of School Psychologists (Approval #1155).

6. Live attendance or self-study option for 2 continuing professional development hours.

7. Behavior Analyst Certification Board (Approval #OP-21-0308).

8. Live attendance or self-study option for 2 continuing education credit hours.

9. PD Monster, LLC

10. If the above certifications do not apply, we will provide you with a general certificate of completion.

Presenter: Mahri Wrightington, Ph.D.
Dr. Mahri Wrightington is the founder and CEO of PD Monster, where she leads high-impact professional development for educators across the country. She holds a doctorate in school psychology from the University of Connecticut and a B.A. in psychology from Bryn Mawr College, along with current certifications in both school psychology and school administration. With over 20 years of experience as a school psychologist, administrator, and consultant, Dr. Wrightington brings deep expertise and real-world insight to every session she leads. Known for her engaging style and practical approach, she’s passionate about helping school teams shift from theory to action—so they can see real results, fast. Her trainings are always designed to spark new thinking, build capacity, and empower educators to create lasting change.

Purchase options are below. You may pay with a purchase order or a credit card. Please note that the per person cost of $95 applies to groups of 5 or fewer. If you have a larger group, please use the “Inquire about Group Training” button to receive a discounted rate for your team. 

All webinar purchases are non-refundable. 

Please note that all registrations are non-refundable. Registration and payment options are below. You may pay online with a credit card or submit a purchase order. For groups of 5 or fewer, the standard per person rate applies.For groups of 6 or more, please use the inquiry button below to receive a group quote.

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