Registration Closed -
Reach out to the event contact if you would like to be placed on a list for the 2026/2027 school year.
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) to Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP): Train-the-Trainer Series
Participants must be able to commit to and have the capacity to:
- Attend all training sessions
- Complete homework tasks between training, which consists of conducting and leading an FBA/BIP for a student aligned with the training
- Conduct additional FBA/BIPs beyond the training case
- Serve as a coach and training facilitator for future training of in-district staff in FBA/BIP following completion of the training
*NWRESD staff will continue to support districts with in-district support beyond the training dates
Who Should Attend:
Behavior Specialists/Consultants/Assistants, Special Education Directors, Dean of Students, School Counselors, Special Education Case Managers, or anyone who would have the capacity to meet the requirements of the training.
This training requires pre-approval by your District Special Education Director.
*This event is reserved for school staff working in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook, & Washington Counties*
Location: Zoom
Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
| Session |
Date - MONDAY |
| Module 1: Defining and Understanding Behavior |
October 6, 2025 |
| Module 2: FBA Interviews |
October 13, 2025 |
| Module 3: FBA Observations |
October 27, 2025 |
| Module 4: Function-Based Interventions |
November 3, 2025 |
| Module 5: Behavior Intervention Strategies |
November 17, 2025 |
| Module 6: Implementation Planning |
December 1, 2025 |
| Module 7: Evaluation Planning |
December 8, 2025 |
| FBA/BIP Case Review |
December 15, 2025 |
| FBA/BIP Case Review |
January 12, 2026 |
| FBA/BIP Case Review |
January 26, 2026 |
Course Materials:
Instructor:
Chris Borgmeier, PhD, is a professor in the Special Education Department at Portland State University. His research interests focus on School-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (SW-PBIS), Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and intervention, implementation of evidence-based practices and systems change in schools.
Dr. Borgmeier is particularly interested in working with schools and school districts to maximize resources to implement evidence-based practices for students with challenging behavior and behavioral disorders. This begins with a strong foundation in universal (Tier 1) intervention that provides a safe, positive school experience that maximizes instructional time for all students. Much of his current work focuses on developing tools to train school personnel to better understand students with challenging behavior and how to intervene based on an understanding of the function or purpose of the problem behavior.
Dr. Borgmeier earned his PhD at the University of Oregon and worked as a PBIS coordinator at a school district in the Bay Area in California before coming to Portland State University. He has been a trainer and consultant for SW-PBIS implementation efforts across the United States and Canada. Dr. Borgmeier currently serves as board vice president for the Northwest PBIS Network, Inc.
Accommodations:
We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. All virtual sessions will have automated closed captioning available. If you need an American Sign Language interpreter, please email:
ASLinterpreterrequests@nwresd.k12.or.us. If you think you will need additional accommodations, please contact Sabine Eaton at
seaton@nwresd.k12.or.us or 503-614-1351. At least two weeks advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.
About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, child care providers, and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement, and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped,d and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at
nwresd.org.
Unable to attend the training, but looking for resources?
Basic FBA to BIP Specialist Training
The Basic FBA to BIP Specialist Training is a series of 7 progressive e-Learning modules (75 to 90 minutes each) that provide in-depth training in the knowledge and skills for conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and leading a Behavior Intervention Planning (BIP) team through the process of developing, implementing, and evaluating a BIP.
Basic FBA to BIP School-wide Training
The Basic FBA to BIP School-wide Training includes two modules from the Specialist training (#1 – Understanding Behavior and #4 – Function-Based Intervention). The school-wide training is focused on teaching the basics of behavior and behavioral intervention to (a) increase staff knowledge and skills for supporting students with challenging behavior, (b) creating a common language for discussing students with challenging behavior at your school, and (c) increase staff members’ effectiveness and efficiency when participating in the FBA to BIP process.
Additional Supporting Documents:
Other Resources:
