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Understanding Behaviour that Challenges (Adults) - Level 2

Summary

The level 2 certificate in behaviour that challenges aims to develop and understanding of behaviour that challenges. by completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge of behaviour that challenges, methods to support positive behaviour and the importance of effective communication and understand their own role of reflection and support which could support progression onto other appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector.

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration
24 Apr 2025
Community Based
5 Weeks

Where can this subject lead?

Career progression

It will not confirm competence in a job role but will provide an opportunity for learners to develop knowledge and build CPD.

It can also be used to enhance the CV and provide background knowledge for those looking to gain employment in the health and social care sector.

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Key information

Entry Requirements

No previous training or experience is required for this programme, but you must be over 19 on the 31 August before the course start date.

Qualification obtained

Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

Extra costs and equipment

No other cost or equipment required.

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

How will I learn?

Unit 01: Understand behaviour that challenges:

In this unit 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.


Unit 02: Understand how to support positive behaviour:

In this unit learners will 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.


Unit 03: Understand the importance of effective communication and the management of behaviour that challenges:

In this unit learners will 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. They will also gain an understanding of referral services available to support themselves and the individual.


Unit 04: Understand the role of reflection and support for those involved in incidents of behaviour that challenges:

In this unit learners will gain an understanding of the importance of reflection following an incident of behaviour that challenges. They’ll understand the consequences of their actions and how to maintain their own wellbeing.


The course is delivered over 1 Day for 6 weeks from the course start date 5-hour classroom based sessions with a specialist course tutor. The tutor will also be available for weekly support and will guide you from the beginning to the completion of your qualification.

Within these sessions there will be tutor delivery, question and answer, discussion, group work tasks and individual tasks. The assessment tasks take the form of electronic workbook. You will also have access to a Virtual Learning Platform CANVAS and Teams which will provide you with additional resources to support completion of the qualification.

 

Expert tutors

All staff involved in the delivery of adult education courses within the College are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver.

The approval process ensures that staff delivering a given programme are appropriately qualified and, where appropriate, possess relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.

How will I be assessed?

How will I be assessed?

The assessment tasks take the form of electronic workbook.