Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your other commitments. The course is free for eligible learners.

You'll explore why people behave the way they do. The course covers the impact of challenging behaviour, possible causes, and strategies to support positive behaviour. It takes around 15 weeks to complete. You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access to take part. You'll also complete a short English assessment before you start.

You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges.

Who this course is for

Are you looking to complete a social care training course? This qualification aims to explore possible causes which could explain why people behave as they do, helping you to develop your understanding and deal with these situations in an appropriate way. You will look at the impact and possible justification for these behaviours, considering what the root cause could be. This course will equip you with pro-active strategies to support positive behaviour. Unit 1: Understand behaviour that challenges

In this unit you will learn about how behaviour can be perceived as challenging. You will discover the underlying issues that affect behaviour and the impact it can have on others.

Unit 2: Understand how to support positive behaviour This unit will help you to identify behavioural changes and triggers that may escalate behaviour. You will consider how strategies and support plans can promote positive behaviour. Throughout this unit, you will also gain an understanding of legislation that protects the rights of the individual.

Unit 3: Understand the importance of effective communication and the management of behaviour that challenges This unit will increase your understanding of the impact communication can have on the management of behaviour that challenges. You will also discover how positive reinforcement and other techniques can de-escalate behaviour.

Unit 4: Understand the role of reflection and support for those involved in incidents of behaviour that challenges In this unit you will learn about the importance of reflection following an incident of behaviour that challenges. This unit focuses on understanding the consequences of your actions and how to maintain your own well-being.

Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify possible causes of behaviour that challenges.
  • You'll understand the impact that challenging behaviour can have on individuals and those around them.
  • You'll explore justifications for why certain behaviours occur.
  • You'll apply proactive strategies to support positive behaviour.
  • You'll develop skills to respond to challenging situations in an appropriate way.

How you will learn

You'll study online and work through units at your own pace. A tutor will be allocated to support you through the course. Assessment is based on written assignments covering the course units. You'll need to complete all units to earn the Certificate.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with a reliable internet connection. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports adults with daily living in care settings.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Teaching assistant, works alongside teachers in schools and classrooms.
  • SEN support worker, provides one-to-one support for pupils with additional needs.
  • Residential support worker, supports adults or young people in residential care.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those moving into senior care roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity, broadens your knowledge for working in care or education settings.

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