Approaching Bullying Differently
The Certification Course for Professionals
Learn to analyze bullying from a completely new perspective and develop tailored solutions.
Today, (cyber)bullying is widespread in schools.
Many teachers find themselves caught off guard by this issue in their classrooms.
More and more counselors and coaches are also encountering it when working with children or parents.
Bullying is not child’s play and should never be downplayed.
What may seem harmless from the outside is often a nightmare for those affected.
The consequences can be severe, including declining academic performance, psychosomatic symptoms, sleep disorders, social withdrawal, depression, and even suicidal thoughts.
However, not every one of these symptoms necessarily means that a child is being bullied.
The fact that many affected students do not seek help out of fear that the situation might worsen is not unfounded. Not every measure is effective in addressing bullying—some can even exacerbate the situation.
Therefore, a great deal of sensitivity is required to address and resolve bullying situations effectively.
Perhaps in your work as a teacher, child and youth coach, learning coach, counselor, or parent educator, you have already encountered the topic of bullying multiple times and have felt uncertain about how to respond.
I am a bullying expert and have worked as a teacher for many years. That’s why I understand how stressful bullying can be in schools—for everyone involved.
Over the years, I have developed a structured approach that allows me to analyze each situation individually and recommend the right measures.
If you’re looking for a one-size-fits-all solution to bullying, I’m not the right person—because my experience has shown that such an approach simply doesn’t work.
Bullying makes people sick—and often leaves traumatic scars!
You can do something about it!
After the training, you will know:
- How to distinguish bullying from a conflict, understanding that every case is different.
- What should never be done in bullying situations to avoid making things worse.
- Why sanctions and direct confrontation can escalate the situation instead of resolving it.
- Why there is no single “one-size-fits-all” solution, and how to apply a variety of effective methods.
- How to respond appropriately in different bullying scenarios to ensure effective intervention.
- What preventive measures can help create a school environment that discourages bullying.
Get your certification as a Bullying Prevention Specialist today!
In the Train-the-Trainer program, you will learn everything about the mechanisms and different forms of bullying and cyberbullying. You will gain insights into how to respond in various situations and what preventive measures can be taken to combat (cyber)bullying effectively.
The training consists of three parts:
2 Online Full-Day Seminars
The two online full-day seminars (via ZOOM) form the core of the training.
During these sessions, we will explore psychological connections and background, different forms of bullying and cyberbullying, as well as prevention and intervention strategies. These topics will be discussed through numerous real-life case studies (see the daily program below).
Online Case Discussion
During the case discussion, we will talk about current bullying cases that you are handling.
The Package includes:
- Two half-day group supervision sessions
- One 60-minute individual supervision session
Online Course Platform
On the course platform (similar to a Moodle course platform), you will have unlimited access to regularly updated information, materials, and recommendations for films and books relevant to bullying prevention and intervention.
Schedule of the Two Online Seminar Days:
Full-Day Seminar
1st Full-Day Seminar (09:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Content:
- Psychological Background, Phases, and Mechanisms
- Forms of Bullying and Cyberbullying
- Recognizing and Differentiating (Cyber)Bullying: Clear distinction between conflicts, teasing, and (cyber)bullying
- Various Intervention and Prevention Strategies
Breaks:
- 15-minute break in the morning and afternoon
- 60-minute lunch break
Format:
- Highly interactive and varied teaching methods
- Delivered via ZOOM meeting
Full-Day Seminar
2nd Full-Day Seminar (09:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Content:
The second day is dedicated to in-depth learning and will primarily focus on case discussions, as each bullying case is different. Participants will gain confidence in analyzing cases and determining individual intervention strategies.
Additionally, the session will cover:
- Legal aspects related to bullying
- New trends in the (cyber)bullying landscape
- Adapting settings and materials based on different target audiences
The second training day is intentionally scheduled with some time in between, allowing participants to collect real-life (cyber)bullying case examples for discussion.
Breaks:
- 15-minute break in the morning and afternoon
- 60-minute lunch break
Format:
Conducted via ZOOM meeting
Interactive and varied teaching methods
Course Instructor
Christelle Schläpfer, a former high school teacher, is recognized in Switzerland as a leading expert in the field of bullying and cyberbullying. With over a decade of experience in psychosocial counseling, she teaches at prestigious institutions such as Ramon Llull University in Barcelona.
Her main expertise lies in personalized counseling for bullying victims (and their parents), as well as in actively supporting schools in preventing and managing bullying situations.
Her approach focuses on tailor-made solutions, based on an in-depth analysis of each case, emphasizing that there is no universal solution to bullying. The systemic components must always be taken into account.