Positive Approaches to Managing Challenging Behaviour in Learning Disability Services
Who should attend this course?
This Positive approaches to managing challenging behaviour in learning disability services course is for qualified staff and managers working in health, social, private and voluntary sector Challenging Behaviour services.
To apply for Level 6 study you must hold a minimum of a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent. To apply for Level 7 study you must hold a minimum of a first Degree or equivalent. The course can be taken as a stand-alone course or you can use the credits towards a BSc/MSc course at the University.
Please indicate clearly your intended level of study on application.
Course content
The aim of the course is to critically evaluate knowledge, skills, systems and processes for managing high quality services for people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
The course covers the following topics:
- Epidemiology and bio-psychosocial causes of challenging behaviour in learning disability
- Approaches to managing challenging behaviour
- Types & methods of assessments
- Plan/implement/evaluate high quality person centred interventions
- Policies, procedures and Mental Capacity Act
- Ethical guidelines against misuse and abuse of behavioural interventions
- Coping and managing stress
- Critical incidents analysis and support for staff, carers and relatives
- Effective multidisciplinary working
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How does this module map the NHS KSF?
The course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for the KSF:
- Core Dimensions
- Health and Well Being 1 - 7
Assessment
The assessment for this course is a work based mini-project
Why choose this course?
How to apply
2013
| Start Date | End Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2013 | 06/11/2013 | |
| 09/10/2013 | 13/11/2013 |
Course fees
Credit / level for this course: 10 credits at level 6 or 7.
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Contract funding for NHS students
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time