NABITA's 2026 Winter Symposium in Orlando, FL, offers a comprehensive training experience for professionals involved in behavioral intervention and threat assessment. Attendees will engage in in-person training and certification, with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and experts. The symposium features 13 NABITA certification courses and workshops, allowing participants to tailor their learning experience to their specific needs. The event also provides a platform for networking and professional development, with a focus on dismantling silos and enhancing student support. Participants can choose from a variety of courses, each designed to complement the others, ensuring a well-rounded learning opportunity. The symposium aims to equip attendees with the skills and knowledge necessary to improve their work in behavioral intervention and threat assessment.
Mental Health Conferences
NABITA's 2026 Winter Symposium
NABITA's Winter Symposium will be held in Orlando, FL, from February 23-27, 2026. This event offers in-person training and certification for professionals in behavioral intervention and threat assessment.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: February 23–27, 2026
Location: Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs
City/State: Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Address: 1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
NABITA
The National Association for Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment (NABITA) is committed to providing education, development, and support to professionals who work to make schools and workplaces safer through prevention and intervention.
Email: orlando@nabita.org
Phone: (484) 321-3651
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $704.00 | NABITA Member Training Rates | One-day Higher Education Courses |
| $1248.00 | NABITA Member Training Rates | Two-day Higher Education Courses |
| $424.00 | NABITA Member Training Rates | One-day K-12 Courses |
| $424.00 | NABITA Member Training Rates | Workshops |
| $829.00 | NABITA Non-Member Training Rates | One-day Higher Education Courses |
| $1469.00 | NABITA Non-Member Training Rates | Two-day Higher Education Courses |
| $499.00 | NABITA Non-Member Training Rates | One-day K-12 Courses |
| $499.00 | NABITA Non-Member Training Rates | Workshops |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The symposium runs from February 23-27, 2026, with various certification courses and workshops scheduled throughout the week. Each day features different sessions, allowing participants to choose courses that best suit their needs. A reception is scheduled for February 25th, from 4:30-5:30pm.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Aaron L. Austin, Ed.D., M.Ed.
Aaron L. Austin is a faculty member at NABITA.
Makenzie Schiemann, Ph.D., M.S.
Makenzie Schiemann is a faculty member at NABITA.
Linda Abbott, M.S., LMHC
Linda Abbott is a faculty member at NABITA.
Haven Hart, Ph.D., M.Ed.
Haven Hart is a faculty member at NABITA.
Tim Cason, M.Ed.
Tim Cason is a faculty member at NABITA.
W. Scott Lewis, J.D.
W. Scott Lewis is a faculty member at NABITA.
Natasha Begin, M.Ed., OR ARNG (Vet.)
Natasha Begin is a faculty member at NABITA.
Mandy Hambleton, M.S.
Mandy Hambleton is a faculty member at NABITA.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Participants can earn certification through specialized training courses offered at the symposium.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs is the venue for the symposium. Guest room pricing starts at $259/night, with a daily resort fee of $30 per room. The hotel offers amenities such as high-speed internet access, shuttle transportation to Disney World Theme Parks, and more.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not explicitly mentioned, but the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista offers convenient access to Disney Springs and complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World Theme Parks.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsors can engage with attendees and form partnerships that extend beyond the conference. For more information on sponsor and exhibitor opportunities, please view the sponsorship brochure.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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