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Free Level 2 Behaviour that Challenges Course in Rossendale

CostFREE
Duration3 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course in Rossendale. Classes run at Aspire Sporting Academy. This full-time daytime course runs over 3 weeks and is part of a broader programme supporting adults into employment in education and early years settings. You'll build understanding of why challenging behaviour occurs and how to respond effectively in support roles such as teaching assistant work. The course is free for eligible adults who are unemployed and claiming benefits. You'll need to bring evidence of your benefit status when you apply.

Who this course is for

Our Aspire2Work programme is designed to progress learners into work in the Education sector, including as Teaching Assistants in Primary Schools. We deliver a holistic programme over 4 weeks, including up to 3 Level 2 learning aims in Safeguarding & Prevent, Mental Health and Behaviour that Challenges. We work with local schools and agencies including Randstad to progress our learners into meaningful employment.

This qualification is designed to increase learners’ awareness and understanding of behaviour that challenges and its effects.

By completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge of behaviour that challenges which could support progression onto other appropriate qualifications and into relevant employment in the health and social care sector. It could be useful to learners working in education settings.

Entry requirements

If you are you 19-23 Years Old to be eligable you need to hold a full level 2 qualifications.

You will also need to be unemployed and wanting to gain employement. You will need to bring evidence of benefits such as: ​

Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Universal Credit (UC), Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the reasons behind challenging behaviour in children and young people.
  • You'll learn how different environments and circumstances can influence behaviour.
  • You'll understand strategies used to support individuals displaying challenging behaviour.
  • You'll recognise the impact of challenging behaviour on individuals, families, and support staff.
  • You'll develop awareness of relevant legislation and guidance that shapes practice in education and care settings.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom over 3 weeks of full-time daytime study. The course is delivered as part of a structured programme that includes teaching, daily support, and employability guidance. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring proof of your benefit status, such as a letter or document showing Job Seekers Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Universal Credit (UC), or Personal Independence Payment (PIP). If you are aged 19 to 23, you'll also need evidence of a full Level 2 qualification to confirm eligibility. Aspire Sporting Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in primary school classrooms
  • Learning support assistant: helping students with additional needs
  • Behaviour support worker: working with children displaying challenging behaviour
  • Early years practitioner: supporting children in nursery or pre-school settings
  • Cover supervisor: supervising classes in schools under teacher direction
  • Special educational needs (SEN) support worker: assisting pupils with complex needs

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Prevent: often studied alongside this course as part of the same programme, covering child protection and radicalisation awareness.
  • Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness: another common companion qualification for those moving into education or care roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: the next step if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma: a deeper qualification for those progressing into more senior classroom support roles.
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