Challenging Behaviour
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.
All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.
Entry Requirements
Is this course for you?
This course is suitable for you if you are new to your role in health or social care or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.
Access to the Programme
Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. The Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.
Entry Criteria
Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 4 Certificate / Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.
English
As this NFQ level 5 qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Forus Training recommends a minimum English language competency of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for successful completion of this programme. If you are not sure what level of English competency you have, please contact hello@forustraining.ie and a Course Advisor will arrange for you to take an assessment.
IT Skills and Equipment Required
Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. A PC with Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later.
An internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps.
The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari, set to accept cookies and pop-ups.
Adobe Flash and Adobe Reader, to view content.
Word processing software, such as MS Word or Google Docs.
Some courses include video, therefore your computer must be capable of playing video and sound.
* eLearning and tutor support may vary by course, please check each course page for details.
Reasonable Accommodation
To reinforce inclusion for all our learners we offer customised learning support for individual applicants who require accommodations. Additional Requirements Forus Training provide a range of supports for learners to ensure that our programmes and services are accessible to all.
On application for a course with Forus Training please discuss any additional requirements with the Course Advisor at hello@forustraining.ie so that the appropriate supports for teaching, learning and assessment can be considered. It is important that you discuss your needs with centre staff as early as possible.
Careers / Further progression
What are my progression routes?
This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Health and Social Care.
Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.
Further information
For future start dates please contact the Provider.
€380.
How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.
5N1706 Challenging Behaviour.
This module is aimed at professionals and non professionals seeking to further their knowledge and skills and broaden their understanding of the triggers and impact of challenging behaviour on the individual, support staff, family and service providers.
Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
Define the concept of "challenging behaviour"
Identify inappropriate behaviour presented by an individual with intellectual disability
Describe behaviour in observable, measurable terms
List the goals of Positive Behaviour Support
Explain how internal factors, related to a person's health and well being, can underlie challenging behaviour
Explain how external factors related to the environment and the reactions to behaviour, can underlie challenging behaviour
Define the terms "positive reinforcement", "negative reinforcement", "antecedent" and "setting events"
Recognise examples of positive and negative reinforcement of inappropriate or challenging behaviour in daily situations in the lives of people with intellectual disability
Recognise examples in the daily lives of people with intellectual disability, where inappropriate or challenging behaviour is being maintained by the setting events and antecedents prior to the behaviour
Demonstrate how the parts of the Antecedent, Behaviour Consequence (ABC) model work together
Use an ABC chart for recording observations of inappropriate or challenging behaviour
Gather and record information about an individual with intellectual disability that can be used in the analysis of challenging behaviour and development of a support plan
Distinguish between inappropriate behaviour and challenging behaviour
Describe the challenging behaviour presented by an individual with intellectual disability in terms that are observable and measurable
Outline the typical strategies used by staff and carers for dealing with inappropriate behaviour
Outline the values underpinning Positive Behaviour Support
Evaluate how well the goals and values of the Positive Behaviour
Support model fit in with the policies of a service provider relating to challenging behaviour
Discuss how challenging behaviour can be reinforced both positively and negatively
Explain why negative reinforcement and punishment are not used in the Positive Behaviour Support model
Describe the four types of strategies that constitute Positive Behaviour Support: teach new skills, teach alternative skills to replace the challenging behaviour , change the environment, use the ABC model to increase desirable behaviour and decrease or prevent challenging behaviour
Outline the guidelines for selecting skills to teach
Discuss a range of characteristics that promote positive environments.
The course 5N1706 Challenging Behaviour is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;
Assignment 40%
Project 60%.
Assignment
An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time.
Project
A project is a response to a brief devised by the assessor. A project is usually carried out over an extended period of time. Projects may involve research, require investigation of a topic, issue or problem or may involve process such as a design task, a performance or practical activity or production of an artefact or event.
Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%
5N1706 Challenging Behaviuor
Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie