Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College Hudson Building. The course runs part-time over 26 weeks, with daytime sessions at a manageable pace. You'll study four units covering what behaviour that challenges looks like, how to support positive behaviour, the role of effective communication, and how to reflect on and support people involved in incidents. A good level of English reading and writing is required to join.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for learners who wish to develop an in-depth knowledge of behaviour that challenges in order to progress into related employment in health and social care. Anyone who currently works in education or health and social care settings would also benefit from the course.
Entry requirements
You need a good level of English - both reading and written.
What you will learn
You'll understand what behaviour that challenges is and why it occurs
You'll learn how to support positive behaviour in health, education, and social care settings
You'll explore how effective communication helps manage behaviour that challenges
You'll understand the importance of reflection after incidents of behaviour that challenges
You'll learn how to support individuals and staff involved in those incidents
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Derby College Hudson Building. Assessment is completed through an elearning platform. A personal tutor is assigned to you throughout the course to support your progress. You'll need access to a laptop and the internet.
What you will need to bring
You'll need access to a laptop and the internet. Derby College Hudson Building will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: helping individuals with challenging behaviour in care settings
Healthcare assistant: supporting patients in hospital or community environments
Learning support assistant: working with pupils who have additional needs
Residential care worker: supporting adults or young people in residential settings
Mental health support worker: assisting people experiencing mental health difficulties
Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory roles in social care
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role in health or social care
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: builds on your knowledge of behaviour and wellbeing in care contexts
