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Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course Online – Learning Curve

CostFREE
Duration7 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Behaviour that Challenges Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life.

The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who live in England. You'll explore what behaviour that challenges means, why it occurs, and how to recognise early signs. You'll also learn how communication and the right support can improve quality of life for individuals. Common causes covered include learning disabilities, dementia, and trauma. The course takes around seven weeks to complete.

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

Who this course is for

This course is great for anyone in a teaching role or individuals who work with children or young people. It is also beneficial to those who are looking to start a career in the area or would like to further their knowledge in their personal life. Explore what is meant by the term 'behaviour that challenges', and gain an insight on how to spot the signs of challenging behaviour episodes and how to support people throughout them.

Entry requirements

There are no previous qualifications required to complete this qualification. This is an entry level qualification aimed to build your skills and knowledge.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what the term 'behaviour that challenges' means and how it is defined.
  • You'll explore the common causes of challenging behaviour, including learning disabilities, dementia, and abuse.
  • You'll learn to recognise changes in individuals that may signal an episode of challenging behaviour.
  • You'll understand the impact that challenging behaviour can have on individuals and those around them.
  • You'll learn how effective communication can reduce and manage challenging behaviour.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how to support individuals during and after a challenging episode.

How you will learn

The course is delivered entirely online through a flexible learning platform. You work through four units at your own pace. Deadlines are set within the platform to help you stay on track. Assessment is through written assignments completed online. There are no exams. You submit your work digitally, and feedback is provided through the platform.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a device with an internet connection to study and submit your work. Learning Curve will confirm anything else you need once you're enrolled.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports adults with daily living in care settings.
  • Support worker, works with individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Teaching assistant, helps children and young people in school settings.
  • Autism support worker, provides specialist support for autistic individuals.
  • Learning mentor, guides learners who need additional support in education.
  • Nursery worker, cares for and supports young children in early years settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for those working in social care and aiming for senior roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, builds specialist knowledge alongside this qualification.
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