Free Online CPD Course: Behaviour (With Certificate)
Flavia Belham
Chief Scientist @ Seneca Learning
February 12, 2026

Free Online CPD Course: Behaviour (With Certificate)

Strong behaviour systems create calm classrooms, maximise learning time and improve outcomes for every student.

Whether you’re an early-career teacher or part of a senior leadership team, developing confident, consistent behaviour practices is essential — particularly in international schools with diverse student communities.

That’s why we’re excited to offer a free online CPD course: Behaviour (Written by Sam Strickland)

Why Behaviour Matters in International Schools

In international school settings, teachers often work with:

  • Students from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Varied expectations around classroom norms
  • Multilingual learners
  • High academic expectations and inspection standards

Clear, consistent and research-informed behaviour systems help to:

  • Create calm and purposeful classroom
  • Reduce low-level disrupti
  • Support positive relationships
  • Improve academic focus and outcomes
  • Build a strong whole-school culture

High-quality CPD in behaviour empowers teachers to lead their classrooms with confidence.

About the Course

Written by experienced school leader Sam Strickland, this course explores practical and strategic approaches to behaviour management and school cultur

Throughout the course, you will:

  • Understand the principles behind effective behaviour systems
  • Explore strategies for establishing high expectations
  • Learn how to create consistency across classrooms
  • Reflect on routines, consequences and positive reinforcement
  • Consider how behaviour policy supports school-wide improvement

The course combines clear guidance with practical examples, ensuring strategies can be implemented immediately.

Flexible, Free and Certificate-Accredited

Our CPD courses are built for busy educators. Each course:

  • Takes around 1 hour to complete
  • Is fully online (learn anytime, anywhere)
  • Is completely free
  • Comes with a certificate of completion

Whether you’re looking to refresh your practice, develop new skills, or strengthen your CPD portfolio, you can complete these courses.

Who Is This Course For?

  • International school teachers
  • Secondary and primary educators
  • Heads of Department
  • Heads of Year or pastoral leads
  • Senior leadership team
  • Early career teachers

This course is for you, if you’re searching for:

  • Free behaviour management CPD for teachers
  • Online classroom management training
  • Behaviour CPD for international schools
  • Teacher CPD with certificate

Invest in strong behaviour practice and create classrooms where every student can thrive.

Perfect for international school contexts

International schools are diverse by nature. Teachers often work across cultures, languages, and educational systems, and professional development needs to be both high-quality and adaptable.

Seneca’s CPD courses help you build confidence in areas that matter most in international settings, supporting students effectively, strengthening teaching practice, and developing your professional toolkit.

Get your free certificate

Once you complete a course, you’ll receive a certificate you can use for:

  • CPD records and appraisals
  • Professional portfolios
  • School requirements and accreditation evidence
  • Personal development goals

Start your free CPD today

If you’re an international school teacher looking for quick, meaningful, and flexible CPD, Seneca’s free online courses are a great place to start.

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