Level: 2 | Duration: 12 weeks | Start Date: 12/02/2020
Details: Wednesdays, 9.30am – 12.30pm

Course Details

This qualification is designed to increase learners’ awareness and understanding of behaviour that challenges and its effects.

By completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge of behaviour that challenges which could support progression onto other appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector. It could be useful to learners working in education settings.

What will I learn on this course?
Learners will gain an understanding of how behaviour can be perceived as challenging. They will investigate the underlying issues that affect behaviour and the impact it can have on others,
gain an understanding of how to identify behavioural changes and triggers that may escalate behaviour. They will then investigate how strategies and support plans can promote positive behaviour. Legislation that protects the rights of the individual will also be investigated.
Learners will also gain an understanding of the impact communication can have on the management of behaviour that challenges. They will investigate the role of positive reinforcement and techniques to de-escalate behaviour. In addition, they will gain an understanding of referral services available to support themselves and the individual.
Finally, learners will gain an understanding of the importance of reflection following an incident of behaviour that challenges and understand the consequences of their actions and how to maintain their own wellbeing.

Enrichment opportunities
There is the potential for course related enrichment such as trips and guest speakers. You will have the opportunity to work with others in a supportive and friendly environment.

Why choose Riverside College?
Fun, motivating lessons, which aim to build your confidence in understanding behaviour that challenges. We also offer our part time students a varied enrichment programme to enhance your experience at college including guest speakers, trips and fun events.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed with your progress throughout the course and will build a portfolio of assignments/workbooks which will be assessed at the end of the course.

What are the entry requirements?
L1 Functional Skills in English, Grade D/Level 3 GCSE English or Forskills initial assessment at L1

Are there any costs associated with this course?
There is a fee of £210.00, however, if you are in receipt of certain benefits or are earning below a certain amount, you may be eligible for fee remission.

What will this course lead on to?
L2 Understanding Dyslexia and Other Specific Learning Difficulties, L2 Understanding Autism, L2 Mental Health in Children.