EDU8015X - Antecedent-Based Intervention (ABI)/ Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Course Description

In this course, you will master the art of creating inclusive classrooms through two powerful lessons: Classroom Procedures and Routines, where you’ll discover how to design structured, predictable routines that foster independence and support diverse learners, and Universal Design for Learning Principles, which will equip you with flexible strategies to engage every student through varied methods of engagement, representation, and expression. With practical tools, real-world examples, and engaging videos, you’ll gain the skills to build an equitable, supportive environment where all students—regardless of ability or background—feel valued and empowered to thrive. 

Key Benefits

• 100% online self-paced course.
• No prior experience required.
• No textbooks and other materials required for purchase.

Learning Modules Include

• Unit 1: Classroom Procedures and Routines
• Unit 2: Universal Design for Learning Principles

Course Learning Outcomes

• Understand basics of Classroom Management through Procedures and Routines.
• Identify key components of the UDL frameworks.
• Identify potential behavioral triggers and make adjustments through instructional design.
• Support learner variability with inclusive practices.

Requirements to Enroll

No application is needed to enroll. All learners are eligible to enroll in the course. There are no admission requirements. It is recommended that learners have a high school diploma or GED, and have basic computer and internet knowledge.

Estimated Time to Completion

This course can be completed in 1 hour. 

Access Time

Learners will have access to their course learning modules for up to 12 months from the date of enrollment.

CEUs and PDUs

• CEUs- 0.1 National University Continuing Education Units

Certificate of Completion

After completion of all course units and earning a 100% class progress, learners will be awarded an official National University Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion.

Refund Policy

We at National University want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding learning experience. In the event that a student is not completely satisfied with a course, we offer a refund policy to ensure satisfaction.

To be eligible for a refund, the student must submit a written request, including a valid reason, within 9 calendar days of registering for the course. Additionally, the student must not have attempted more than 25% of the course.

To request a refund, email PACE@nu.edu and include your full name, student ID, and course name. Your reason for requesting a refund will be carefully reviewed, and we reserve the right to refuse a refund if we determine the request to be invalid.

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are approved for a refund, we will issue a refund to your original method of payment within 60 days of the refund approval.

How to Access My Course

Allow up to 1 hour after enrollment for the course to appear in Brightspace. (An error will appear if accessed before 1 hour)

Follow the steps below:

1. Log in to your student portal at westraining.nu.edu
2. Click “Login”, then “Student Login”
3. Log in using User Name (email address) and Password
4. In your PACE student portal, click on “Brightspace LMS” on the left-hand navigation panel.
5. Under My Courses, click the course title to get started.