Challenging Behaviour Training

Description

Professionals working with children are likely to encounter challenging behaviour during their careers. Managing such behaviour can be demanding, and it is recognised as a significant factor contributing to teacher attrition. However, with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and understanding of underlying causes, challenging behaviour can be addressed effectively and confidently.

This course provides comprehensive guidance on understanding and responding to challenging behaviour in children of all ages. It explores underlying causes and functions of behaviour, proactive prevention strategies, and appropriate responses to both low-level disruption and more serious incidents. The course also covers de-escalation techniques and post-incident support strategies, including behaviour support plans, restorative practices, and targeted interventions.

The programme incorporates animation, instructional video content, and interactive activities to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Define challenging behaviour, understand relevant theories, identify potential causes and functions, and recognise its impact.
• Monitor and assess behaviour using structured tools such as behaviour support plans.
• Understand the importance of a whole-school approach to behaviour management.
• Implement proactive strategies, including relationship-building, establishing clear routines, optimising learning environments, and effective use of rewards.
• Apply deflective strategies to manage low-level disruption.
• Use reactive strategies, including appropriate sanctions and consequences.
• Respond effectively to serious incidents through de-escalation techniques, appropriate physical intervention, restorative practices, and targeted follow-up support.