Professional Behavioral Education & Online Classes Since 2003
For more than 20 years, AJ Novick Group has provided professional anger management, physician coaching, drug, DUI and alcohol education,court-ordered classes, workplace training, and behavioral education programs for individuals and organizations throughout the United States.
Programs are available through live instructor-led Zoom classes, online courses, individual coaching, assessments, and specialized professional training.
Our programs serve individuals seeking personal growth as well as participants referred by courts, probation departments, attorneys, employers, healthcare organizations, schools, and other agencies.
AJ Novick Group also develops specialized programs for corporations, healthcare professionals, professional sports organizations, military and government agencies.
Online Classes & Educational Programs
AJ Novick Group offers convenient online classes and educational programs for individuals seeking personal growth as well as those completing requirements for a court order, probation departments, employers, schools, attorneys, and other organizations.
Our online programs include:
Programs are available in multiple course lengths and can be completed conveniently online. Depending on the program, participants can receive proof of enrollment and a certificate of completion.
AJ Novick Group also offers live instructor-led anger management and parenting classes via Zoom, professional coaching, workplace programs, disruptive physician programs, and certification training for anger management and parenting instructors.
Participants completing a program for a court, probation department, employer, or other requirement should confirm that the selected program meets the requirements of the requesting organization.
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Weekly Anger Management, Parenting and Co-Parenting Classes
AJ Novick Group offers live, instructor-led anger management, parenting, and co-parenting classes via Zoom throughout 2026. Classes are available for individuals and families seeking personal growth as well as participants referred by courts, probation departments, employers, attorneys, and other organizations.
Our skills-based classes focus on practical strategies for improving communication, active listening, empathy, emotional intelligence, stress management, conflict resolution, and interpersonal relationships. Programs incorporate evidence-based educational and behavioral techniques that participants can apply at home, at work, and in their relationships.
Multiple program lengths are available, including options for court and probation requirements. Participants receive progress documentation when applicable and a certificate of completion upon successful completion of their program.
View the 2026 Live Class Schedule & Enrollment Information
Alcohol Awareness, DUI*& Drug Education Classes Online
AJ Novick Group offers online alcohol awareness, drug education, MIP/MIC, and DUI/DWI education classes in a variety of course lengths, including 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 20, 24, 36, 45, 60, and 78 hours. Programs are available for personal education as well as individuals completing requirements for courts, probation departments, schools, employers, and other organizations.
Our interactive online courses can be started immediately after registration and are designed to help participants develop practical skills for improving decision-making, addressing unhealthy habits and behaviors, and making more responsible choices. Participants receive proof of enrollment and a certificate of completion.
California residents: The California DMV does not accept online DUI classes to satisfy California DMV-mandated DUI program requirements. California residents completing a DUI program for DMV purposes must attend an approved in-person program.
AJ Novick Group is listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Our provider listing can be found through FindTreatment.gov. We are a SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) Provider. Our listing can be found by clicking FindTreatment.gov
Fan Conduct Classes for Professional Sports, Colleges & Venues
AJ Novick Group provides specialized online Fan Conduct Classes designed to address inappropriate or disruptive fan behavior and promote safer, more respectful experiences at sporting events and entertainment venues.
Developed by Dr. Ari Novick in collaboration with professional sports organizations and venues, the Fan Conduct program provides an educational approach to addressing fan behavior. The program has been utilized in connection with the National Football League (NFL), United Soccer League (USL), colleges, and professional stadiums and venues.
The online program focuses on topics including anger management, responsible decision-making, impulse control, alcohol-related behavior, communication, and appropriate conduct at sporting events. Because the program is completed online, participants can conveniently fulfill assigned educational requirements from anywhere in the United States.
AJ Novick Group has worked with the NFL and professional sports organizations on fan conduct education for over a decade. Learn more about the Fan Conduct Class
Disruptive Physician & Executive Coaching Programs
AJ Novick Group provides specialized professional behavior, communication, and executive coaching programs for physicians, healthcare professionals, executives, and organizational leaders.
Our programs are designed for physicians referred for concerns involving disruptive behavior, workplace communication, professionalism, conflict management, emotional intelligence, stress management, and interpersonal effectiveness, as well as executives seeking to strengthen leadership and communication skills.
Dr. Ari Novick provides individualized coaching programs that may include intensive sessions, assessments, ongoing coaching, and follow-up meetings tailored to the needs of the participant and referring organization.
Programs are available remotely via Zoom and can also be customized for hospitals, medical groups, employers, and other organizations.
Please contact us for a proposal and click here to get more information. References are available upon request.
Trusted by Organizations Nationwide
For more than 20 years, AJ Novick Group has provided behavioral education, training, and professional programs for individuals, businesses, healthcare organizations, courts, government agencies, and professional sports organizations throughout the United States.
Organizations that have utilized AJ Novick Group programs, training, or services include the National Football League (NFL), United Soccer League (USL), U.S. Marine Corps, Chevron Phillips, Raytheon, Mission Hospital, Southern California Edison, Toshiba, Toyota Motor Corporation, Verizon, and other organizations nationwide.
Our curricula and educational programs have also been utilized by courts, probation departments, hospitals, law offices, corporations, government agencies, and correctional organizations.
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Our curriculum has been approved for use by Probation Departments, Courts, major corporations, hospitals, law offices, the National Football League, and many governmental agencies. It has also been used by the California State Board of Corrections for the training of correctional staff. Our anger management model uses numerous evidence based, empirically validated techniques. We are a NAMASS approved program. We are also reconized by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration) as a treatment provider.
Benefits of Anger Management classes or Corporate Coaching Sessions include:
AJ Novick Group programs focus on practical skills participants can apply in their personal relationships, families, and workplaces. Depending on the program, participants may develop skills in anger and stress management, communication, empathy, emotional intelligence, impulse control, conflict resolution, active listening, expectation management, and improved decision-making.
Our curricula incorporate evidence-based educational and behavioral techniques designed to help participants develop healthier and more effective interpersonal skills.
Anger Management Class Schedule
Laguna Beach and Santa Cruz via Zoom - January 1st, 2026 -- December 31st, 2026 Tuesdays and Thursdays!
We recommend a minimum of 10 sessions for voluntary, HR, couples, and business referrals. We offer 10, 12, 22, 26 and 52 week classes in Anger Management and Parenting/Co-Parenting for court or probation ordered or mandated clients. All participants will receive unlimited progress reports and a "Certificate of Completion". All classes are open ended and participants can begin at any time! Classes are held currently via ZOOM. We have offices in Laguna Beach, CA and Santa Cruz, CA. Phone us at (949) 715-2694. We were approved by the O.C. Probation Department in 2004.
Payment can also be made by Venmo: @arinovick
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Recent Updates
2026 The AJ Novick Group is a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration trusted to conduct federally regulated substance use evaluations.
2026 the National Football League is now in their 16th year of partnering with the AJ Novick Group utilizing our Fan Education Class programs
Dr. Novick selected as guest speaker at 2025 California Association of Neurological Surgeons (CANS) to discuss how to avoid being labeled a "Disruptive Physician".
New York Times recognizes Dr. Novick's ongoing work with the NFL and his Fan Conduct Class program as Lion's fan is required to complete program.
Popular 211 Directory to feature AJ Novick Group
Anger Management Home Study/DVD Certification Training - produced by Century Anger Management and endorsed by NAMA. This program leads to Anger Management Specialist-I certification (Supervision requirement arranged separately via telephone/skype)
AJ Novick Group strikes up amazing partnership with multi-state hospital chain providing Disruptive Physician Coaching.
2022-2023 Major retailer (NDA permits us not to reveal their name) contracts with AJ Novick Group to pilot test Theft Education programs in 30 retails stores.
USMC Continues to utilize the AJ Novick Group/ Century Anger Management Model of intervention at the majority of their military installations across the U.S. and abroad.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services -SAMHSA- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration adds AJ Novick Group to their list of facilities for 2024. Search the [SAMHSA locator]. ID CA112160
Preble County Board of Commissioners signs agreement with AJ Novick Group for new 2023 contract for online classes. Read more.
New for 2023-24, AJ Novick Group collaborates with the National Parent Instructor Association (www.NatPia.com)
2020 Department of Human Services, OR, Approves AJ Novick Group for Parenting Class provider.
2024 CCAPP re-approves AJ Novick Group as a continuing education provider.
CHMC Selects Ari Novick, Ph.D. to speak at their annual Medical Staff Leadership Conference at the Pelican Hill Resort, Oct 20th, 2019. Topic for the presentation "Am I A Disruptive Physician".
Anger Evaluation and Assessment now Available!
The AJ Novick Group is now providing their in person anger assessment and evaluations online! Assessments are often helpful in determining if a class should be taken as well as which areas a person needs to focus their efforts on to improve. Our Assessment is an educationally based questionnaire which can be taken from any location in the U.S. and is then evaluated and scored by Dr. Novick. Dr. Novick will then provide a write up explaining the results and make recommendations on whether or not a class would be appropriate.
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Ari Novick, Ph.D. is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a certified anger management professional for both adults and adolescents. The AJ Novick Group commonly provides group and instructor led anger management and parenting classes for probation, court and self-referrals in Orange County. Dr. Novick is past adjunct professor of psychology at Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology. The AJ Novick Group is an approved and verified member of the BBB with an A+ rating.
About the AJ Novick Group
The AJ Novick Group is a leading provider of Stress and Anger Management. The AJ Novick Group offers anger management classes in our southern California office for both adults and adolescents. We also offer a variety of corporate trainings to teach your management staff and employees skills in effective communication, problem solving, negotiating, conflict resolution, forgiveness, stress management, empathy, and how to have better judgment and impulse control. The AJ Novick Group is proud to offer a variety of home study classes for both adolescents and adults to accommodate busy schedules. The AJ Novick Group can accommodate court ordered (mandated or probation) clients as well as voluntary individuals, business professionals, couples, families and adolescents.
