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After completing Truancy 101, students will be able to:
Define truancy clearly and understand how it differs from excused absences.
Recognize the impact of absenteeism on academics, friendships, mental health, and future opportunities.
Identify personal barriers to attendance, such as bullying, transportation issues, housing instability, or family responsibilities.
Evaluate the role of lifestyle factors like screen time, gaming, and substance use, and understand how they affect school success.
Develop coping strategies for stress and anxiety using tools like deep breathing, journaling, and setting technology boundaries.
Identify and seek support from trusted adults at home, school, and in the community — building accountability and resilience.
Create a personalized attendance plan with concrete goals, daily habits, and progress tracking.
Apply real-life scenarios to practice making better decisions when faced with common attendance challenges
Truancy 101 is a restorative, evidence-based course designed to help students understand the serious impacts of chronic absenteeism and take responsibility for improving their attendance. Through reflection, skill-building, and guided planning, students explore the personal, academic, and long-term consequences of truancy, identify the barriers they face, and develop practical strategies for improvement. The course equips students with tools for goal-setting, stress management, and seeking support from trusted adults, ultimately empowering them to build healthy attendance habits that support their future success.
To get started: after clicking any of the “START NOW” or “SIGN UP” buttons on this page, choose the specific offense from the drop-down menu on the following page. Then, provide your state and other necessary information.
Whether you’ve been working with us for a long time, or you’re new to 3rd Mil, we’ve put together a list of frequently asked questions:
All courses are web-based and registration is online. You can enroll using any internet connected device, including a smartphone.
The courses are 100% online and self-paced, which allows you to start and stop at any time to accommodate your schedule.
To get started, choose the specific offense from the drop-down menu as you enroll. Then, provide your state and other necessary information.
Common names for this course include:
If you’re looking for a course with any of the titles listed above, you’ve come to the right place! Truancy 101 is the course for you.
You can get assistance by emailing [email protected] or calling 888-810-7990. Our Help Desk Staff is available 7 days a week from 8am-9pm CST.
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Truancy 101 takes about 1 to 2 hours to complete, and learners can log in and out as needed.
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