School Violence Prevention and Intervention

The New York State Education Department requires all teachers who are seeking initial or permanent state certification to take this workshop. School staffers can use techniques and practical approaches to avoid and defuse violent situations in school. This workshop gives participants an understanding of the dynamics of assaultive, aggressive behavior and tools to avoid becoming victimized in school.

Workshop dates for the 2026-27 school year will be posted when available. 

The UFT offers this in-person workshop to union dues-paying paraprofessionals and pedagogues (teachers, school counselors, physical and occupational therapists, school secretaries, etc.) for a $25 fee paid via credit card once you register online. Participants are asked to arrive 30 minutes before the workshop begins.

Non-members who register will pay $100 by credit card or money order only (no personal checks) once they have completed their online registration. Mail to: 
 

UFT Headquarters
52 Broadway, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Attn: Violence and Prevention Training

For more information, call 212-701-9413.