NABITA is pleased to announce our Winter Symposium in Orlando, FL! Join us from February 23-27, 2026, to engage with colleagues and faculty while receiving valuable in-person training and certification.
Experience the transformative power of community
For administrators, BITs/CARE Teams, student conduct officers, academic support staff, disability services personnel, and case managers, behavioral intervention and threat assessment can be challenging to navigate. But you don’t have to face it alone. Attend our symposium to gain valuable peer and expert support, refresh your skills, and earn certification through our specialized training courses. This symposium is an essential experience for fortifying your work this year.
Train alongside your multidisciplinary colleagues
The future of collaboration between BITs/CARE Teams and Title IX teams involves dismantling silos, enhancing professional development, and elevating student support. Our sister association, ATIXA, will hold its 2026 Winter Symposium at the same time, in the same place! This joint event is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues in Title IX, helping to pinpoint areas where your processes and procedures can be better aligned for improved efficiency and community support.
Bundle your registrations and save
This event features 13 NABITA certification courses and workshops. Registrations of two to four courses are eligible for a 15% discount, and five or more registrations qualify for a 25% discount. Upon checkout, select the Pay Later option and reach out to orlando@nabita.org for discounts to be applied.
2026 Winter Symposium Schedule
View our full schedule below organized by each day of the week. If you would like to view our full week’s schedule, please click here.
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K-12 Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Standards and Best Practices
This one-day certification course provides a comprehensive introduction to the NABITA Standards for School-Based Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management in K-12 Education. It is designed to support schools in implementing proactive strategies that enhance student safety and well-being. The NABITA standards address the growing needs of schools, offering best practices for receiving and managing referrals of concerning behavior, conducting comprehensive assessments, and deploying effective interventions. Participants will learn how to build multidisciplinary teams, assess risk, and develop policies and procedures that guide threat assessment and management processes.
The course covers the importance of educating the broader school community on BTAM processes and building a culture of reporting. Schools will learn how to track and document BTAM activities, analyze data trends, and conduct periodic reviews of their threat assessment and management efforts to ensure ongoing program effectiveness.
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Behavioral Intervention Team Standards and Best Practices
This two-day certification course teaches NABITA’s 21 Standards for Behavioral Intervention Teams, which offer industry-leading best practices for effective BIT/TAT/CARE teams. Whether building a team or refining an existing one, this course will improve team performance based on NABITA’s standard operating procedures and protocols.
Discover the methodology behind defining a BIT/CARE/TAT team and team structure, including who should be on the team and what types of concerns the team should respond to. Participants will learn how to implement NABITA’s Risk Rubric for objective referrals, apply mandated assessments, and administer thorough interventions. Further insights will be offered into developing strategies for marketing and advertising the team. NABITA faculty members draw from their years of expertise, research, and literature in threat assessment, psychology, and law enforcement.
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Case Management Standards and Best Practices
This two-day certification course is designed to enhance the skills of both new and experienced case managers and teams in alignment with NABITA’s best practices. It provides a valuable framework for case managers and BIT/TAT/CARE team members actively involved in case management to establish standard operating procedures.
With a comprehensive focus on the 24 NABITA Standards of Case Management, the course covers all aspects of non-clinical case management in the higher education setting. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the structural, procedural, and quality assurance and assessment aspects, ensuring a thorough grasp of the subject matter.
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NABITA Risk Rubric
This one-day certification course is a valuable opportunity for participants to learn how to use the NABITA Risk Rubric. This tool is designed to consistently assess the general risk of every case referred to the BIT/TAT/CARE team, ensuring consistent scoring across the team.
The interactive, in-depth training will explore the importance of objective risk assessment, teach the NABITA Risk Rubric tool in detail, and provide the opportunity to practice assessing risk and developing interventions across several case studies. By the end of the course, participants will have enhanced their risk assessment skills and be better equipped to manage various cases.
Both newcomers and experienced professionals in risk assessment are encouraged to participate. This training is designed to help BIT/TAT/CARE team members refine their skills and effectively apply NABITA’s objective risk rubric for each case report.
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K-12 Structured Interview for Violence Risk Assessment (SIVRA)
The SIVRA (Structured Interview for Violence Risk Assessment) is a research-based tool designed to deliver a consistent and objective evaluation of an individual’s risk of violence toward others. This assists Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) experts in proactively addressing the risk and protective factors that influence an individual’s willingness to engage in violence.
Originally developed in 2012, the current version of SIVRA taught in this course is an enhanced version featuring a refined assessment system focusing on 21 risk factors for violence, grounded in the most recent research. It includes an improved user guide, along with supplemental materials such as an interview template and suggested interview questions. Users familiar with the previous SIVRA will find the new tool better organized, with clearer descriptions of risk factors and easier scoring.
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Violence Risk Assessment of the Written Word (VRAWW)
Access to online communication and rising emotional health challenges have led to a significant uptick in written communications that could be perceived as aggressive and threatening. BIT/ TAT/CARE teams are often tasked with identifying whether an individual’s emails, social media, and discussion board posts show a risk or threat of violence. This one-day certification course provides teams with a straightforward process for triaging concerns found in written narratives.
NABITA’s Violence Risk Assessment of the Written Word (VRAWW) is a comprehensive tool designed to evaluate the risk of violence evident in an individual’s narrative content, including social media posts, class writings, journals, blog posts, video narratives, and more. This training certifies participants in using VRAWW and is NABITA’s recommended training on the tool. VRAWW offers an objective approach by considering an individual’s escalating and mitigating factors as well as research on past violent attacks.
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Structured Interview for Violence Risk Assessment (SIVRA)
The SIVRA (Structured Interview for Violence Risk Assessment) is a research-based tool designed to deliver a consistent and objective evaluation of an individual’s risk of violence toward others. This assists Behavioral Intervention Teams (BITs) in proactively addressing the risk and protective factors that influence an individual’s willingness to engage in violence.
Originally developed in 2012, the current version of SIVRA taught in this course is an enhanced version featuring a refined assessment system focusing on 21 risk factors for violence, grounded in the most recent research. It includes an improved user guide, along with supplemental materials such as an interview template and suggested interview questions. Users familiar with the previous version will find the new tool better organized, with clearer descriptions of risk factors and easier scoring.
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Case Management Support and Interventions
This two-day certification course, formerly known as Case Management Advanced Interventions, trains professionals who work one-on-one with individuals who are experiencing difficulty or are in distress to assess risk and provide appropriate intervention. Participants will learn how to assist in removing individuals’ barriers to success to increase holistic well-being. The course is highly beneficial for any professional in a support capacity who meets one-on-one with individuals who are experiencing difficulties, making it broadly applicable to many roles within educational environments.
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Non-Clinical Assessment of Suicide (NAS)
This one-day certification course teaches research-based practices to assess, intervene, and manage suicide risk for students, both on campus and virtually. Using NABITA’s Non-Clinical Assessment of Suicide (NAS) tool, participants will learn how to triage the overall risk for suicide an individual poses. The tool relies on risk and protective factors to help non-clinical professionals conduct assessments.
NABITA’s expert faculty members will train participants in how to identify an individual who may be experiencing suicidal ideation, strategies for asking about suicide in a one-on-one appointment, and in-depth application of NAS as a suicide assessment tool. Additionally, participants will learn how to make an effective referral to clinical mental health services and deploy appropriate interventions based on the level of risk assessed using NAS.
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Building an Individualized K-12 Threat Management Plan
This one-day certification course focuses on how to build and implement a practical threat management plan following a violence risk assessment (VRA).
After completing our K-12 Structured Interview for Violence Risk Assessment (SIVRA) course, participants are equipped with the necessary skills to assess a broad spectrum of risks posed by individuals. This course not only broadens that skill set but also empowers practitioners to apply assessment findings effectively. Participants will learn how to manage and mitigate risks identified during the VRA, enhance protective measures, and bolster an individual’s capacity to positively impact their school community.
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Faculty Coming Soon
Building an Individualized Threat Management Plan
This one-day certification course focuses on how to build and implement a practical threat management plan following a violence risk assessment (VRA).
After completing our SIVRA course, participants are equipped with the necessary skills to assess a broad spectrum of risks posed by individuals. This course not only broadens that skill set but also empowers practitioners to apply assessment findings effectively. Participants will learn how to manage and mitigate risks identified during the VRA, enhance protective measures, and bolster an individual’s capacity to positively impact their campus community.
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Strategies for Leading a Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment Team Workshop
This practical workshop is designed for leaders of behavioral intervention or threat assessment teams looking to lead their teams more effectively. Packed with actionable strategies, it helps team leaders streamline operations and align their teams with NABITA Standards.
Participants will learn tips to prepare for meetings, set clear agendas, lead discussions, and ensure productive follow-ups. The session also covers how to conduct annual assessments and reviews to align with national standards. For new leaders and those seeking to refine operations, this workshop provides the tools to bolster confidence and elevate the team’s performance. Experienced facilitators will share real examples, best practices, and interactive learning opportunities that practitioners can apply immediately.
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Collaboration and Support: Addressing the Intersection of BIT, Conduct, and Disability Support Workshop
This interactive, four-hour workshop assists practitioners in developing standardized yet individualized approaches that align with best practices and provide effective support.
Given the shared goals of student development, access, support, accountability, and community safety, several teams, including BIT/TAT/CARE teams, student conduct, and disability support, often address overlapping concerns. This overlap emphasizes the need for discussion and planning on how these areas intersect, especially regarding student behavior and conduct, hospitalizations, and returning from a leave of absence. This workshop trains practitioners to recognize overlap and provide collaborative, supportive measures between teams.
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Location & Hotel
Training courses will be held at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista- Disney Springs located at 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830. Click here to reserve a room at our discounted hotel room rate. Guest room pricing starts at $259/night. NABITA cannot make special arrangements or assist in capturing discounted room rates post room block sell-out.
There will be a daily resort fee, discounted $30/room, per night, plus applicable state and local tax, that will be posted to all guest rooms to cover the following items, services and/or amenities (which are subject to change without notice):
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- Guestroom high speed wireless internet access
- Shuttle transportation to/from the Disney World Theme Parks
- Local/1-800 calls in-room, up to 60 minutes
- DVDNow Movie Rentals
- Two (2) 16.9 oz. bottled water (Nestle Pure Life) daily, redeemable at Mainstreet Market
- $5.00 discount on one attraction ticket sold at the concierge desk (coupons cannot be combined)
Learn more about the area today and explore discounted Disney World tickets too.
For information on directions and transportation to the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista- Disney Springs, please click here.
Orlando International Airport
Distance from Hotel – 15 miles, Drive Time – 25 minutes
Meals
NABITA will provide continental breakfast each morning, a mid-morning coffee/tea break, and an afternoon snack each day. Lunch and dinner each evening will be on your own.
Join us for a reception, Wednesday February 25th, 4:30-5:30pm. Traveling companions are welcome to join.
Dining near Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs area offers a convenient location directly across from Disney Springs – a truly amazing place with an eclectic mix of unique boutiques, one-of-a-kind eateries and jaw-dropping entertainment.
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs offers complimentary transportation to and from all Walt Disney World® Theme Parks.
Winter Symposium Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded to attend certification courses. Applicants must be able to provide their own transportation, lodging, and meals. There will be no virtual attendance options.
Please note: Scholarship Applications are open until January 9, 2026.
Sponsorships & Exhibitors
Sponsors can engage with attendees and form partnerships that extend beyond the conference. For more information on sponsor and exhibitor opportunities, please click here to view our brochure. For questions, please reach out to lindsay.marks@nabita.org.
Affinity and Community Groups
We are excited to connect attendees through Affinity and Community Groups during NABITA’s 2026 Winter Symposium! These groups provide opportunities for attendees to foster connections, engage in networking, and share valuable insights. Applications are now open. Please click here to select the groups you are most interested in attending and apply to be a group facilitator.
Consultation Corner
Don’t miss your chance to meet 1-1 with our experts at ‘Consultation Corner’! When our conference app, Whova, goes live before the Winter Symposium, attendees will have the opportunity to schedule an exclusive 1-1 meeting with NABITA and ATIXA experts.
Winter Symposium FAQs
Training courses will be held at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista- Disney Springs located at 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830.
For information on directions and transportation to the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista- Disney Springs, please click here.
Training courses will be held at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista- Disney Springs located at 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830. Click here to reserve a room at our discounted hotel room rate. Guest room pricing starts at $259/night. NABITA cannot make special arrangements or assist in capturing discounted room rates post room block sell-out.
There will be a daily resort fee, discounted $30/room, per night, plus applicable state and local tax, that will be posted to all guest rooms to cover the following items, services and/or amenities (which are subject to change without notice):
-
- Guestroom high speed wireless internet access
- Shuttle transportation to/from the Disney World Theme Parks
- Local/1-800 calls in-room, up to 60 minutes
- DVDNow Movie Rentals
- Two (2) 16.9 oz. bottled water (Nestle Pure Life) daily, redeemable at Mainstreet Market
- $5.00 discount on one attraction ticket sold at the concierge desk (coupons cannot be combined)
Learn more about the area today and explore discounted Disney World tickets too.
NABITA will provide continental breakfast each morning, a mid-morning coffee/tea break, and an afternoon snack each day. Lunch and dinner each evening will be on your own.
Join us for a reception, Wednesday February 25th, 4:30-5:30pm. Traveling companions are welcome to join.
Dining near Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs area offers a convenient location directly across from Disney Springs – a truly amazing place with an eclectic mix of unique boutiques, one-of-a-kind eateries and jaw-dropping entertainment.
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs offers complimentary transportation to and from all Walt Disney World® Theme Parks.
Yes, discounts are available.
Registering for multiple courses or multiple participants is a great way to save. Registrations of two to four courses are eligible for a 15% discount, and five or more registrations qualify for a 25% discount.
Please create your order, click the “Pay Later” option upon checkout, and email orlando@nabita.org to request discounts be applied.
NABITA understands that circumstances change, and events may arise that prohibit your ability to attend training after you have registered. View our In-Person Cancellation Policy here.
NABITA Member Training Rates:
One-day Higher Education Courses
- Early bird – $704
- Regular – $781
- Last chance – $866
Two-day Higher Education Courses
- Early bird – $1,248
- Regular – $1,384
- Last chance – $1,512
One-day K-12 Courses
- Early bird – $424
- Regular – $470
- Last chance – $517
Workshops
- Early bird – $424
- Regular – $470
- Last chance – $517
NABITA Non-Member Training Rates:
One-day Higher Education Courses
- Early bird – $829
- Regular – $919
- Last chance – $1,019
Two-day Higher Education Courses
- Early bird – $1,469
- Regular – $1,629
- Last chance – $1,779
One-day K-12 Courses
- Early bird – $499
- Regular – $554
- Last chance – $609
Workshops
- Early bird – $499
- Regular – $554
- Last chance – $609
Multi-course discounts are available. Please create your order, click the “Pay Later” option upon checkout, and email orlando@nabita.org to request discounts be applied.
Applicants must be able to provide their own transportation, lodging, and meals. There will be no virtual attendance options.
Please note: Scholarship Applications are open until January 9, 2026.
Apply for Scholarship