Welcome to the Online Challenging Behavior Series!

Learn how to train your brain to stress less and enjoy more, no matter what your current situation.

During this course, you will:

  • View Engaging Videos

    Enjoy engaging video learning segments with a visual Powerpoint presentation and Raelene Ostberg, Thriving Together Toddler Expert on the webcam.

  • Share Your Insight

    Provide your insight as you reflect, apply, and practice the interesting concepts from the sessions to your care environment!

  • Access Valuable Resources

    Access a compilation of ideas from our live sessions and, after completion, links to other valuable resources, videos, and tools you can use in your care setting!

Course Details

This informative, engaging, and flexible learning opportunity is truly learning "as you wish"!  You decide - finish in less than two hours or take in your own time. Your course does not have an expiration date.


During the course, you will view the transformative Keynote as a lively and engaging webinar featuring Raelene Ostberg on the webcam and a delightfully inspiring Powerpoint.  Simply give your insight as you apply the concepts to your care environment. 

  • Learn proven and easy-to-apply strategies that help train your brain to stress less and enjoy more
  • Discover practical methods to reduce stress, improve relationships, foster joy, and increase your success, no matter what your current situation
  • Have fun learning during an engaging pre-recorded webinar with Raelene Ostberg, Early Childhood Expert and National Keynote speaker. Raelene has studied and applied these eye-opening concepts for over 15 years and applied them to her work with families and in early childhood classrooms. She shares these transformative tools along with entertaining real-life stories to match.

You will gain your training certificate upon completion.  

This self-paced course is broken into easy learning segments in your Thinkific course player and it tracks your progress. You can jump on or off as is convenient for you!

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100% Approved in Minnesota and Wisconsin!

*CDA Content Area: VI: Maintaining a commitment to professionalism (2 Hours)
*MN KCF Area VI: Professionalism (2 Hours)
*WI Area 10: Professionalism (2 Hours)


Participants will receive a training certificate upon course completion and entry into Develop or the Wisconsin Registry, if needed, within one business day.
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100% of participants recommend our Thinkific on-demand courses!



Participant Testimonials!

Authentically Real!

Kayla O., Childcare Director

“It was REAL. It was authentically real. I laughed, cried, had aha moments, and instantly told my assistant that we will have ALL staff complete this on an in-service day! Exactly the style of training we need!”

Engaging and informative!

Erin S., Parent and Childcare Provider

“Perfect! Engaging and informative. The presenter is full of life, love and passion and makes what could be just another mundane training exciting and enjoyable while still being informative. I absolutely LOVE her energy! This is the second training I have done with Raelene, but definitely not the last!!!!”

One of the best trainings!

Dorothy D., Childcare Provider, Parent

“I liked that there was a handout that I could print off and make notes and follow along. I appreciated the content and thought it was one of the best trainings I have done! I got so much out of it! Great job on this training Raelene!”

My favorite training so far!

Elianna M., Childcare Provider

“I appreciated that I could do this at my own pace. Being able to split it up over the course of a few days in small periods of time was the absolute best thing! This is by far my favorite training so far! I think it was all amazing. It was fun, laid back and easy to navigate. Thank you so much and I appreciate your trainings!”

Concrete examples!

Elizabeth G., Director

"I liked the concrete examples of how Raelene has put the tips into action. I loved it - Wonderful and full of useful knowledge."

Fun and stress free way to train!

Shannon K. Director, Parent Educator, and Parent

"This was a very fun and stress-free way to take a training. Raelene is always fun to listen to and has great information to share. A great way to work through continuing ed hours! It was easy to do and I could stop at any point and come back when I had more time. Great video clips and thoughtful questions."

Real and relatable!

Jordan L., Trainer, Adult Educator, and Childcare Provider

"I loved the presentation honestly. It was real situations, very relatable. Hit key points on every video. It broke down everything so you can focus on what you were addressing directly, bringing attention to how much stress and strain I'm currently putting myself under. I thoroughly enjoyed this training and will refer it to colleagues. :) It's very insightful!"

Easy to navigate and engaging!

Renee O., Childcare Director

"I like how upbeat and happy Thrive Together trainings are. Raelene is personable, down-to-earth and one of 'us' so she gets it. This was my first on-demand with her and I LOVED it. Easy to navigate and also engaging. I found myself constantly paying attention!

Highly recommend!

Tammy D., Childcare Provider

I thought this was one of the best trainings I have done! Would highly recommend!! Amazing, So so good!

Your Educator

Early Childhood Specialist

Raelene Ostberg

Raelene Ostberg has dedicated her life to developing and delivering transformative, fun, and inspiring educational opportunities for early childhood educators and the trainers, coaches, and leaders who support them. She presents nationally to thousands of early childhood professionals each year. Participants love Raelene’s energy, enthusiasm, and real-life stories that bring proven strategies to life. Raelene is the Founder of Thriving Together, LLC, an organization dedicated to decreasing stress, enhancing joy, and bolstering the success of early childhood professionals in their critical work. Raelene is also an Achieve Master Trainer, Trainer Mentor, Licensed Parent Educator, Vlogger, and Coach. She obtained a B.A. in Theater and M.Ed. in Family Education from the University of Minnesota.

FAQ

  • How long is a Course?

    This course is designed to qualify for two training hours and can be easily completed within that time. It includes approximately 1.25 hours of an edited pre-recorded video from an engaging live presentation by Raelene Ostberg, M.Ed. You watch short video segments, provide your insight or thoughts, and write a few short reflections as you apply the information to your early care environment. To gain training hours, Participants must fully complete all answers to the questions and spend a minimum of 90 minutes in the course.

  • My life is CRAZY! Do I really have time to take this online course?

    Absolutely! This entire course contains short video segments, breaking the content into smaller, more manageable lessons (short course, huge potential impact). You can squeeze in a lesson or two when you have time. Many students watch lessons on their tablet or smart phones while on the go. (Doctor's and therapists' waiting rooms are great for this!)

  • How long do I have to complete a course?

    You can complete the course any time until the course is retired (through 2026 for sure!) You can take the course in little bits or do it all at once, as it works for you!

  • Will I receive a certificate of completion?

    YES! Simply complete all course elements and push the “complete” button at the end, and you will have access to your course completion certificate right away. If you have a Develop Account in Minnesota, your attendance will also be entered into Develop within two business days.

  • Are these approved for Parent Aware and/or childcare licensing hours in Develop (Minnesota's early childhood training hours system)?

    Yes! All courses we offer have been approved by Develop/MNCPD in Minnesota and for Parent Aware.

  • Are there group rates for centers/groups of staff?

    YES! There are discounts for groups of five or more. Simply write us a note with the course titles and the number of participants, and we will design a proposal just for you!

  • What if the course doesn't work for me?

    We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us within the first 7 days and you will get a full refund.

  • Are there any tech requirements for this on-demand course?

    Thinkific is continually making these classes more accessible for participants. Visit their website to learn about the latest requirements at https://support.thinkific.com/hc/en-us/articles/360030354954-System-Requirements-and-Supported-Browsers

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Topic

    • Presentation Video 1: Welcome

    • Welcome Survey

    • Course Content Handout: To Download, Print, and Follow Along!

    • Presentation Video 2: Flipping Your Thinking

    • Individual Reflection

    • Presentation Video 3: Main Points

    • Individual Reflection
  • 2

    Defining Stress

    • Presentation Video 4: What is Stress... really?

    • Individual Reflection

    • Presentation Video 5: Stress Triggers

    • Individual Reflection

    • Presentation Video 6: One Culprit? How we think!

    • Individual Reflection
  • 3

    Six Stress Tips

    • Presentation Video 7: Stress Tip #1 - Decompress

    • Personal Application

    • Presentation Video 8: Stress Tip #2 - Reframe

    • Individual Reflection

    • Presentation Video 9: Stress Tip #3 - What do you control?

    • Application

    • Presentation Video 10: Final Stress Tips

    • Take a moment.
  • 4

    Conclusion

    • Presentation Video 11: Conclusion

    • Course Completion

    • Final Step in this Course.