Behaviour that challenges can stem from a range of things, such as learning disabilities, dementia or abuse. Understanding the importance of communication and support can greatly improve people's' quality of life.
Course Overview
If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this qualification is a great way to build your knowledge.
You will learn about what ‘behaviour that challenges’ means, why some people display this behaviour and the impact it can have.
What you'll learn
This course is made up of four units:
What is meant by the term 'behaviour that challenges'
How to recognise changes in individuals that may indicate an episode of challenging behaviour
The importance of non-verbal communication
How reflection on an incident can assist in managing future behaviour
Eligibility Criteria
This course is government funded, you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:
You must currently live in England
You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
You must be over the age of 19
You must not be on an apprenticeship
There is a £125 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.
Is This Course Free?
This course is funded by the government's Adult Education Budget, which means you may be able to study for free.
Fully Accredited Course
This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.
How Long Is The Course?
The duration of this course is seven weeks.
We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.
Progression Opportunities
This course would be important for job roles such as: Teaching Assistant (£11,500 to £23,000) Nursery Worker (£14,000 to £24,000) Learning Mentor (14,500 to £25,000)
Start Your Journey
Government funded courses. Qualifications accredited by NCFE.
