Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course in Bury Saint Edmunds

Name: Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course in Bury Saint Edmunds
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 2

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Aug 2027

Study modePart-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course in Bury Saint Edmunds. Classes run at University and Professional Development Centre, part-time during the day.

The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll explore why people display challenging behaviour, including the role of anxiety, learning disabilities, dementia, neglect, and abuse. The course also covers practical ways to support individuals who display it. You'll complete a short maths and English assessment before you start.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges.

Who this course is for

There are lots of reasons why someones behaviour might be challenging - anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia, to mention just a few. If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online qualification is a great way to build your knowledge.This is a 12-week (approx. 120 hours) Online Self-Study qualification course. It can be started anytime and accessed (via a learning portal) at times/days to suit you.To learn more about this course and book your place, click the following link to Eventbrite.Click here to View more information

Entry requirements

Learners must meet the following eligibility criteria to access this course: Be aged 19+ on the 31/08/2027 living in the UK Due to Government funding criteria, we are unable to accept learners who live in London, Scotland, Wales, N Ireland, Ireland or a devolved postcode areas. Please check with us if you are unsure. Learners must complete a maths and English assessment to ensure they are working at the required level for the qualification.

What you will learn

You'll explore the main causes of challenging behaviour, including anxiety, learning disabilities, and dementia.
You'll learn how neglect and abuse can affect a person's behaviour.
You'll understand how to recognise different types of challenging behaviour.
You'll develop strategies to support individuals who display challenging behaviour.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with people in challenging situations.
You'll understand the importance of person-centred approaches in care and support settings.

How you will learn

You'll attend part-time daytime classes at University and Professional Development Centre. Learning is classroom based. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework that you complete during the course. You'll have a maths and English assessment at the start to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

University and Professional Development Centre will confirm what 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 learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Autism support worker, provides tailored support for autistic individuals.
Teaching assistant, supports pupils with additional needs in a school setting.
Residential support worker, works with 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 or supervisory care roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a teaching or training support role.
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism, builds specialist knowledge for working with autistic individuals.

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