Are you ready to transform your classroom culture so every learner — regardless of behaviour, background or need — feels safe, regulated and engaged?
Relationship First EPV Summer Course gives you the practical strategies, evidence-informed tools and confidence to shift from behaviour management to behaviour regulation, building relationships that support wellbeing, belonging and learning.
BOOKING OPEN 1st MAY!
Group 1: 1 – 14 July 2026
Group 2: 13 – 24 July 2026
Group 3: 27 July – 7 August 2026
Who Is This Course For?
This course is perfect for teachers who want to:
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Move beyond reactive behaviour strategies
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Support regulation, wellbeing & inclusive practice
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Build classrooms where relationships fuel learning
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Embed strategies that align with LAOS 2022, SSE and inclusive guidelines
Suitable for primary teachers, SETs and school leaders looking to make a real impact on classroom culture.
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:
✅ Understand Regulation-First Practice
• Reframe behaviour as communication of regulation needs
• Apply trauma-informed approaches to support all learners
✅ Build Strong Relationships
• Develop co-regulation strategies that strengthen teacher–student trust
• Use restorative practice & PACE principles to nurture connection
✅ Design Inclusive, Proactive Classrooms
• Use UDL & differentiated practice to cater for neurodiversity
• Create calm spaces, sensory supports & regulation tools
✅ Embed Sustainable Change
• Use LAOS 2022 and SSE reflective frameworks to improve practice
• Develop a whole-school culture rooted in dignity, safety & belonging
What Is Included in This EPV-Approved Course?
✔ 10 hours of online learning + 10 hours self-verified offline learning
✔ 5 Key Modules:
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Module 1: Introducing Regulation-First Practice
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Module 2: Foundations of Co-Regulation & Trauma-Informed Practice
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Module 3: Restorative Approach & Growth Mindset in the Classroom
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Module 4: UDL, Differentiation & Proactive Support
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Module 5: Implementation, Reflection & Classroom Planning
✔ Opportunities for collaboration & guided support from professional tutors
✔ EPV Certificate upon successful completion
Bonus Features!
✨ Lifetime access to course materials — revisit anytime
✨ Downloadable classroom resources & practical templates
✨ Access to an exclusive private teacher online community
Course Author: Elmarie Tipper
Elmarie Tipper is an experienced Primary Teacher who has worked across mainstream classrooms, Autism Classes and special school settings, bringing a deep understanding of inclusive and regulation-first practice to her work. She currently serves as an Assistant Principal II, where she leads curriculum development and restorative practice within her school. Elmarie holds a Master’s in Education (Special Educational Needs) from Trinity College Dublin and works as an adjunct tutor with Hibernia College on the Inclusion and Diversity module of the PMEP. She is also a registered tutor with the Dyslexia Association of Ireland and has presented at both the UDL International Symposium and the DCU Maths in Education Conference. Her expertise spans trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches, UDL, growth mindset and SSE-led whole-school improvement. Elmarie designed this course to equip teachers with practical, evidence-based strategies that build calm, connected and inclusive classrooms where every child can thrive.
What Teachers Are Saying
“I’ve now done 5 of Rahoo’s CPD courses in the past year and a half, and I’ve enjoyed and learned so much from each of them! Easy to access, fantastic value for money, and you know you’re getting insight and information from people with real teaching experience, who are dedicated to helping others. I would recommend Rahoo to any teacher!” – Chloe Corcoran
This EPV Summer Course provides you with an opportunity to reflect on your current practice and make an action plan to bring forward to the new school year. There are opportunities to collaborate and learn from peers and share ideas with one another in a safe space. Your learning is supported by your Professional Tutor and the Rahoo team to ensure a smooth process.
Upon successful course completion you will receive your EPV Certificate.
Rahoo Summer Courses are two weeks in length each throughout the summer period:
BOOKING OPEN 1st MAY!
Group 1: 1 – 14 July 2026
Group 2: 13 – 24 July 2026
Group 3: 27 July – 7 August 2026
Summer Courses must be completed in the allocated time-frame.
It is not possible to accommodate changes.
Please read our Summer Course T & C’s before enrolling HERE.
Thank you for taking the time to check out this online CPD course. Feel free to get in touch with us at info@rahoo.ie if you have any questions you would like to ask. We love hearing from you and will do all that we can to support you!
We also have a full list of FAQ’s, please feel free to take a look HERE.
