Event Description

MANDT Instructor Training/Shield and Pad Trainer Training 

Event Description 
In this workshop/class, participants will receive training in the areas of crisis, conflict, and trauma de-escalation and intervention. You will be certified to train key members of your team in MANDT. Certified Mandt instructors will continue to receive updated material and ongoing consultation to keep their skills current.

Instructor(s) Names/Titles 
TBD

Event Dates:
11/17, 11/18, 11/19,  11/20 and 11/21 (11/21 is Pad and Shield Traning)

Event Time 
11/17 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
11/18 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
11/19 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
11/20 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
11/21 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

Event Location 
Marion and Willamette Rooms
Willamette Education Service District
2611 Pringle Road SE
Salem, Oregon 97302
 

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Event Objectives

The Mandt RCT Initial and Recertification Instructor training aims to certify (for 2 years) using a train-the-trainer approach, individuals to train and certify others in their agency to implement Mandt strategies for conflict resolution. These strategies include:

Relational Training: Learning to prevent and de-escalate conflict to build a safer and healthier workplace.

Conceptual: learning how trauma affects behavior and how to employ positive behavior support skills to create safety in the workplace.

Technical: Learn to safely intervene during instances of emotional escalation and physical aggression.

Shield and Pad: Teaches individuals how to protect themselves and those they serve without relying on physical restraints. The program also covers instruction on how to use the equipment for self-injurious behavior (Shield and Pad training requires Relational training)

For more information on the Mandt System please visit their website: mandtsystem.com 

Agenda
Day 1: Initial certification attendees only

Day 2 and 3: Initial and Recert students together

Day 4: Initial certification attendees only

Day 5: For Shield and Pad students

Daily agendas are set by the trainer. Activities are a combination of lecture, group work, and physical skills participation/demonstration.


Who Should Attend

Attendees are typically chosen by their agency to be Mandt trainers. There is no requirement for licensure or other certifications to become a trainer. In schools, trainers can be licensed or classified employees. Attendees who complete the course will be certified to train and certify others in their organization to use the Mandt system.

What Should Attendees Bring

Materials will be provided (Instructor Manual, forms, etc.). Please wear comfortable close you can move in (for demonstrating physical skills). Paper, pencil and laptop are helpful for taking notes and group work.

Additional Information

www. mandtsystem.com

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Mandt Infomational Flyer


If this event has closed or you have questions, please get in touch with Kevin Carroll at kevin.carroll@wesd.org.

Location

Marion Center - Willamette ESD
2611 Pringle Rd SE
Salem, OR 97302

Site

Willamette & Marion Rooms

Curricular Group

Interdisciplinary

Fee

RCT $2, 249 and Pad and Shield is $849

Contact Information

Rick Grimes
503.435.5940
richard.grimes@wesd.org

Start: Monday November 17th, 2025 at 08:00 am
End: Friday November 21st, 2025 at 05:00 pm
PDUs: 32.00
Note: The Pad and Shield training will add an additional 4 hours Recertification is 16 hours