Unlock a Deeper Understanding of PDA

with Level 1 & 2 PDA Trainings by PDA North America

Level 1 Pre-Recorded (self-paced)

Are you looking to better understand Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and gain practical strategies to support PDA individuals? 

Join us for PDA North America’s Level 1 & Level 2 PDA Trainings designed to provide essential insights and practical strategies for supporting  PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance/Pervasive Drive For Autonomy) individuals.

✅ Level 1 PDA Training for Parents & Professionals – This training is a pre-recorded self-paced course at all times on the PDA Learning Lab. Whether you’re a parent, educator, therapist, or simply want to learn more, this foundational course will give you the tools to better understand and support individuals with PDA. 

✅ Level 2 PDA Training for Professionals (LIVE – next date TBD) – Training exclusively for professionals offered LIVE via Zoom three times a year. Due to the interactive nature of this training, we do not have a pre-recorded option available and this training must be attended live. Take your knowledge to the next level with in-depth strategies and advanced approaches tailored for those working in clinical, educational, or therapeutic settings.

🎓 Led by PDA autistic expert trainers with both clinical and lived experience, these sessions provide guidance and real-world applications to help you navigate the complexities of PDA with confidence. 

Why Take This Training?

PDA is often misunderstood, leading to ineffective support strategies that can increase anxiety and distress and often lead to crisis. Our expert-led training will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize, understand, and effectively support individuals with PDA—whether in a home, school, or clinical setting.

Two Training Levels to Fit Your Needs:

🟢 Level 1: PDA Essentials (Open to Everyone)
This introductory training is ideal for parents, caregivers, educators, therapists, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of PDA. You’ll learn:

✔ What PDA is and how to understand this complex disability
✔ Why traditional approaches often don’t work for PDA individuals
✔ How to reduce anxiety and improve collaboration
✔ Practical support strategies to implement right away

 

🔵 Level 2: Advanced PDA Strategies (For Professionals Only)
Designed for clinicians, educators, therapists, and other professionals who work with PDA individuals, this training builds upon Level 1 and provides:

✔ A deeper dive into the neurobiology of PDA
✔ Connection and interaction with other professionals
✔ Case studies and real-world application
✔ Best practices for supporting PDA individuals in professional settings

What You’ll Get:

✅ Access to the PDA North America Training with adult PDA instructors & professionals
✅ Proven strategies and real-world applications to navigate this complex disability
✅ A certificate of completion (CEs will be provided for Social Workers at an additional cost)
✅ Deep insights and a better understanding of how to truly support PDA individuals

Level 1 Pre-Recorded (self-paced)

FAQs

No, Level 1 is a pre-requisite for Level 2. 

No, given the open discussion nature of this training, we do not offer a pre-recorded version.

Yes, we offer scholarships for virtual attendees of ALL of our events and trainings. We do not turn anyone away from attending the virtual event. If you are in financial need, please contact us with what is affordable for you: info@pdanorthamerica.org 

We do offer Social Work CEs through NASW for our trainings (the following states do not accept National CE Approval Programs: New Jersey, New York, West Virginia. The Following Board does not have Continuing Education Requirements: Puerto Rico). Unfortunately we do not offer CEs for other professions at this time. However, many professionals have submitted their receipt with Certificate for CEs. 

You can email info@pdanorthamerica.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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