Mastering Anger's Alabama anger management classes are built to help participants understand what triggers their anger, recognize early warning signs, and practice communication and de-escalation techniques instead of reactive responses. The curriculum centers on behavioral change and practical coping skills, and was developed by Dr. Carlos Todd, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and certified anger management specialist with more than 20 years of experience.
Because the course is entirely online, location is never a barrier. Whether you’re in a major metro area like Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, or Huntsville, a college town like Auburn or Tuscaloosa, or a rural community in a county like Wilcox, Choctaw, or Coosa, you can access the same course, on the same platform, at the same price. Log in from a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop, and pick up exactly where you left off.
Once you finish your program with Mastering Anger, you’ll receive an official certificate of completion documenting the course you completed and the hours fulfilled. This certificate is formatted for submission to courts, probation departments, employers, and other requesting organizations across Alabama. Because acceptance standards are set by each individual court or agency rather than statewide, we recommend confirming your specific hour or duration requirement with your supervising authority before you enroll. Most students do this in a two-minute phone call or by checking their court paperwork.
Courses range from 1 to 52 hours, starting at $24.99, so you can match the exact duration your court, probation officer, or employer has specified.
| Class | Includes | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour Anger Management Class Our shortest self-paced anger management class online, covering the basics of recognizing anger and responding calmly. A quick refresher or minimal requirement, though most courts ask for 4+ hours. | 2 lessons · 2 quizzes | $24.99 | Start 1 hour class |
| 4 Hour Anger Management Class A self-paced 4 hour anger management class exploring how anger builds in the body and mind. Learn beginner techniques to interrupt escalation, ideal for a 4-hour court or workplace requirement. | 3 lessons · 3 quizzes | $69.00 | Start 4 hour class |
| 6 Hour Anger Management Class A structured 6 hour anger management class that builds emotional awareness and communication skills. Learn to spot triggers and early warning signs before they turn into outbursts. | 3 lessons · 3 quizzes | $79.00 | Start 6 hour class |
| 8 Hour Anger Management Class Our most popular anger management class online. It's the length most courts, probation officers, and employers require, covering anger triggers, communication skills, and workplace conflict for real situations at home and work. | 5 lessons · 5 quizzes | $85.00 | Start 8 hour class |
| 12 Hour Anger Management Class Designed for a 12 hour court-ordered or workplace requirement, this self-paced class builds on the fundamentals with deeper training in stress management, conflict styles, and negotiation, ideal for high-stress careers. | 7 lessons · 7 quizzes | $139.00 | Start 12 hour class |
| 16 Hour Anger Management Class For a 16 hour court-ordered or extended anger management requirement. This self-paced class deepens emotional regulation, communication, and conflict-style skills, plus how anger affects the body. | 7 lessons · 7 quizzes | $159.00 | Start 16 hour class |
| 26 Hour Anger Management Class Built for a 26 hour anger management requirement, often tied to repeat offenses. This in-depth, self-paced class takes a trauma-informed approach to rebuilding resilience, trust, and healthier relationships. | 10 lessons · 10 quizzes | $249.00 | Start 26 hour class |
| 36 Hour Anger Management Class Meets a 36 hour anger management requirement with an extensive, self-paced curriculum for sustained conflict at work or home. Covers advanced conflict-resolution strategies alongside trauma, resiliency, and workplace anger. | 11 lessons · 11 quizzes | $349.00 | Start 36 hour class |
| 52 Hour Anger Management Class MasteringAnger.com's most comprehensive self-paced program, built for a 52 hour anger management requirement and chronic conflict. Covers the full curriculum, from trauma and the workplace to negotiation, resilience, and family relationships. | 13 lessons · 13 quizzes | $599.00 | Start 52 hour class |
Choose a week-based class when your court order or employer names weeks rather than hours. The 26 week programme is the one ordered most often, and shorter options suit workplace requirements and personal growth.
| Class | Includes | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Week Anger Management Class A structured 4 week anger management class online with new lessons released weekly. Ideal for occasional outbursts rather than ongoing conflict, giving you time to reflect and practice between sessions. | 4 lessons · 3 quizzes | $69.00 | Start 4 week class |
| 6 Week Anger Management Class A steady, self-paced 6 week anger management class online. New lessons release weekly to build interpersonal conflict skills, from recognizing triggers to communicating calmly under pressure. | 6 lessons · 3 quizzes | $79.00 | Start 6 week class |
| 8 Week Anger Management Class Matches typical HR and workplace timelines, with steady week-to-week progress. Weekly lessons cover anger and the body, communication skills, and workplace conflict. | 8 lessons · 5 quizzes | $85.00 | Start 8 week class |
| 12 Week Anger Management Class A balanced, self-paced 12 week anger management class online for ongoing conflict. Weekly lessons combine the core curriculum with stress management, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills. | 12 lessons · 7 quizzes | $139.00 | Start 12 week class |
| 16 Week Anger Management Class A 16 week anger management class online for understanding the deeper roots of anger, not just managing it in the moment. Weekly lessons build emotional regulation, boundaries, and lasting change. | 16 lessons · 7 quizzes | $159.00 | Start 16 week class |
| 26 Week Anger Management Class MasteringAnger.com's most comprehensive week-based program and the one most often named in court orders. Over 26 weeks, new lessons guide you from foundational anger management to advanced skills for lasting change. | 26 lessons · 10 quizzes | $249.00 | Start 26 week class |
Alabama courts have the authority to require anger management education under the state’s Mandatory Treatment Act of 1990 (Ala. Code §§ 12-23-1 through 12-23-19), which established the framework for court referral programs operating under the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts. In practice, this means anger management referrals are usually handled at the county or municipal court level rather than through a single statewide standard. For example, several north Alabama counties route referrals through regional court referral programs, while individual municipal courts (such as Auburn’s) run their own Court Referral Office. Because of this, acceptance of online providers like Mastering Anger can vary from one court to the next.
Mastering Anger’s certificate of completion is designed to meet commonly required standards for anger management education, and students regularly submit it to courts, probation officers, and employers throughout Alabama. Before enrolling, confirm your required course duration and provider acceptance with your supervising authority. You can look up your specific court through the Alabama Unified Judicial System.
Format doesn’t determine whether an anger management course works, curriculum and structure do. Research on internet-delivered anger management supports this directly: a randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, conducted by researchers at Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, found that a four-week online program measurably reduced anger and aggression and improved emotional regulation in participants. Separate research from NYU on justice-involved youth completing mandated online anger management education found a statistically significant drop in anger ratings after completion.
For court and probation purposes specifically, what usually matters is whether the program covers the required material and hours, not whether it’s delivered in a classroom or online. Mastering Anger’s curriculum, developed by Dr. Carlos Todd, a licensed clinical mental health counselor with more than 20 years of experience, follows the same skills-based structure in-person programs use, recognizing triggers, building communication skills, and practicing de-escalation. The course itself is 100% online and self-paced, so you complete it entirely on your own schedule with no live sessions or fixed class times to attend.
Many Alabama courts and probation departments accept online anger management education, especially from established, recognized programs. Because Alabama’s court referral system is administered at the county and municipal level, requirements can differ even between neighboring courts, so always confirm acceptance with your specific court or supervising authority before enrolling. Not sure where your court stands? Contact us before you enroll and we’ll help you check, and every course is backed by our 100% money-back guarantee if your certificate isn’t accepted.
Cary residents court-ordered to complete anger management have two options. Here’s what you need to know before choosing:
| Feature | ✓ Online – Mastering Anger | In-Person (Alabama Providers) |
|---|---|---|
| Access | 24/7 from any device | Scheduled sessions only |
| Location | Anywhere in Alabama | Must travel to location |
| Cost | From $24.99 | Typically $150-$400+ |
| Certificate | Instant PDF download | Issued at final session |
| Traffic / commute | No travel across Alabama | Drive to facility, availability varies by county |
| Court acceptance | Accepted by many Alabama courts | Accepted by many Alabama courts |
Alabama-specific note: For standard court orders and probation requirements across Alabama, online completion is generally accepted. If your case involves domestic violence and your court specifically orders a certified batterer intervention program (such as one certified through the Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence), confirm with your attorney whether general online anger management satisfies that specific requirement, in many domestic violence cases it does not. For all other standard Alabama court orders, online is accepted, though acceptance is ultimately set by each individual court, so confirm with your specific court or probation officer before enrolling.
All Mastering Anger courses are developed by Dr. Carlos Todd (PhD, LCMHC), a licensed clinical mental health counselor with 20+ years of experience and recognized industry expertise.
Dr. Todd has been featured in Psychology Today, Psych Hub, and Sharecare.
Our programs are widely accepted by courts in Wake County and across North Carolina, meeting commonly required standards for anger management.
Learn More About Dr. CarlosBecause our courses are offered online, Mastering Anger serves individuals throughout Alabama. Residents from both large cities and smaller communities can enroll and complete their program from anywhere in the state.
Participants commonly enroll from cities such as:
It depends on what’s been required of you. Some situations call for a short 1-to-4-hour course, while court-ordered or probation-related requirements often call for longer programs. Mastering Anger offers options from 1 to 52 hours so you can match your specific requirement.
Many Alabama courts, probation departments, and employers accept online anger management education when it includes a structured curriculum and a certificate of completion. Because Alabama’s court referral system operates at the county and municipal level, acceptance can vary. Always confirm with your specific court before enrolling.
It’s the state law (Ala. Code §§ 12-23-1 through 12-23-19) that established Alabama’s court referral program framework, giving courts the authority to require education programs like anger management as part of probation or a legal agreement. It’s administered through the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts.
Not automatically. Each court sets its own standards. Some counties route referrals through local or regional court referral programs, and a few may require in-person or locally approved providers. Check with your court or probation officer before enrolling.
People enroll for court requirements, probation conditions, workplace referrals, counseling recommendations, or personal growth. You don’t need a court order to take the course.
Yes. Mastering Anger’s online programs are self-paced, so you can log in and complete lessons whenever it fits your schedule, from any device.
Yes, a certificate of completion you can typically submit to courts, probation officers, or employers.
Courses start at $24.99 for shorter durations and scale up to $599 for the longest, 52-hour option, based on the number of hours or weeks your situation requires.