Contingency Maps for Student Behavior Support: A Practical Guide for Educators Course

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Why do some students struggle to follow directions, manage emotions, or stay on track, even after repeated reminders? This self-paced course introduces educators to contingency maps, simple visual tools that make expectations and outcomes unmistakably clear. Through supportive guidance, real-world examples, and ready-to-use templates, you’ll learn how to create and implement these powerful visuals to promote independence, self-regulation, and positive behavior.

No matter the age, contingency maps offer a practical, proactive way to reduce confusion, prevent escalation, and turn everyday challenges into opportunities for success.

Objectives: 

• Explain what visual supports and contingency maps are and why they help students connect behaviors to outcomes.
• Describe the structure, flexibility, and real-world applications of contingency maps across ages and settings.
• Create and implement customized contingency maps that address specific student needs and classroom situations.
• Reflect and apply strategies, tools, and resources to integrate contingency mapping into everyday practice.

Target Audience:

• All educators and school-based professionals who support student behavior, skill development, and classroom success.

Format:

• Self-paced eLearning course with interactive knowledge checks and real-world scenarios.
• The estimated time to take the course is 30 minutes.
• Downloadable Templates designed to help you create your first contingency maps quickly and confidently.
• A completion certificate is available after completing the course.