Course Aims

Learning Outcomes

• Understand what Positive Behaviour Support is.
• Understand what a Behaviour of Concern is.
• Be able to recognise the different types of Behaviour of Concern.
• Be able to identify common triggers.
• Be able to identify causes and underlying factors.
• Understand the difference between common triggers and causes.
• Be able to identify signs of escalation.
• Know how to assess a situation that may lead to a Behaviour of Concern.
• Understand the importance of de-escalating yourself and how this can be done.
• Understand what is meant by Positive de-escalation.
• Know where to find distraction techniques and when it is appropriate to use them.
• Be able to read body language.
• Understand how to use your listening skills.
• Understand the importance and what is required in a handover.

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