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What you will learn - Effectively work with children with special educational needs
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- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced
- Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Autism Awareness
- Caring for People with Learning Disabilities
- Child Behaviour
1. Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced: Learn how to effectively work with children with special educational needs
This Special Educational Needs Advanced course is a progression from our Special Educational Needs course. The advanced course delves deeper into the theoretical foundation and prepares students even further to effectively work with children with special educational needs.
Students will learn the definitions and key principles of special educational needs, as well as the fundamental aspects of specific difficulties and disorders, from moderate learning disabilities to autism.
This course is ideal for those who have completed our teaching assistant courses and our Special Educational Needs (SEN) course. It is also suitable for those who simply have general interest in the topic and would like to deepen their understanding of working with SEN children.
2. Special Educational Needs (SEN): Learn To Work With People With Special Education Needs
Special Educational Needs’ refers to learning difficulties or disabilities that make learning, communication or behavior more challenging for a child with these special needs than for others of a similar age. Our Special Educational Needs Online Courses addresses learning outcomes related to aspects of working with children who have specific special educational needs and requirements.
If you want to work with children and/or young people with special educational needs, then this course is for you.
3. Autism Awareness: Develop your understanding of the diverse condition of autism
The Autism Awareness course aims to develop your understanding of the diverse condition of autism and gives practical suggestions when working with autistic individuals.
Autism refers to a whole range of social, language and communication problems. Severity ranges from mild and often undiagnosed to severe, where it is almost impossible for people to successfully engage in society.
The aim of this course is to provide a better awareness of the term “autism” and “autistic spectrum disorder” (ASD) and how to support individuals with autism.
4. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities: Learn how to care for and manage people with learning difficulties
This Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Online Courses will guide you through the social dimensions of learning disabilities, while examining methods of teaching, caring for and managing people with learning difficulties. The support needed to provide people with a better life from the first stage of disability until they gain some independence in daily activities, despite their disabled condition, can be expected to be in even greater demand in the future.
Thanks to advances in medical technology, we are living in an era when more people with learning disabilities can now live functional lives. The Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Courses will discuss why more of the learning disabled are at home rather than in hospital situations or institutions, and why it has become necessary for a wider base of the population to be educated in assisting to care for them.
5. Child Behaviour: Discover the secrets on how to identify and deal with different child behaviours
This Child Behaviour Course covers the theory behind why children behave the way they do, and looks at events and triggers that can create behaviour patterns in children. The course is over 9 modules and will build your knowledge to enable you to identify and deal with different behaviours.
You will learn about how well-being, self-esteem and emotional intelligence can affect a child’s temperament, attachment and self-control.
You will also learn about the relationship between psychological disabilities and aggression and violence, including bullying and how to manage challenging behaviour, like conduct disorder (CD) and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
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- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
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- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Download printer friendly course content
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Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.
Recognition & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.
This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
Units of Study
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
The Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced 5 Course Bundle includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced
Module One: Definitions and key principles of special educational needs (SEN)
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline a working definition of special educational needs referring to the law and what this means in practice
- Provide a brief explanation of the main theories of learning development
- Explain what personalisation is, how it is different from differentiation in learning, and how it may be beneficial to children with SEN
- Understand key principles of coaching and mentoring for children with SEN and how parents can assist, and be assisted, with supporting the learning process.
- Understand the different ways in which children with SEN can be monitored and assessed for outcome achievement.
Module Two: Moderate learning disabilities
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline the main ‘events’ throughout education history that have informed our current working knowledge defining moderate learning disabilities, and of educating children with these.
- Provide a brief explanation of the two models of disability, and explain ‘false opposition’ and its implications on the ways in which we educate children with moderate learning disabilities.
- Understand perceptions of, and attitudes to children with moderate learning disabilities, and how to make these more positive in the classroom.
- Understand the effects moderate learning disabilities can have on a child’s abilities to form long-term social relationships.
- Understand effective processes of assessing and identifying moderate learning disabilities.
Module Three: Autism
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline the condition of autism according to the triad of impairments and sensory problems, and understand how these might affect a young person’s learning.
- Explain some of the key psychological theories about autism.
- Provide a brief overview of a variety of interventions, including TEACCH that can be used at school to assist a child with autism in learning
- Help to assist with identifying the needs of a child with autism (strengths & weaknesses profile, SCERTS assessment process, self-assessment, pupil involvement)
- Discuss how teachers and assistants at school can assist parents and families with educational support of their child.
Module Four: Behavioural, social, and emotional difficulties
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Understand the difficulties a child may have around social skills and emotional competencies, and how this may affect them at school.
- Understand the government ‘social and emotional aspects of learning’ (SEAL) programme.
- Understand the principles of the five main psychological approaches to understanding behaviour
- Understand the ways in which genetic factors are understood to link with environmental factors and influence behaviour in children.
- Describe some of the therapeutic approaches that can be used to help children with behavioural, social, and emotional problems.
Module Five: Specific learning difficulties
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Understand the core features of the four main specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.
- Explain the principles of good practice associated with teaching reading and writing
- Describe good practice approaches for teaching children with dyscalculia.
- Describe the ways in which dyspraxia can affect a child’s learning, and how certain teaching practices can assist the learning process.
Module Six: Speech and language, and global communication issues
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the different aspects of speech, language, and communication issues that may be experienced by pupils, and which pupils may be more at risk of these problems.
- Describe typical speech and language development milestones.
- Understand the principles of Wave 3 interventions for SLCN, and how these can be made effective.
- Understand the principle of provision mapping, and how it can help children with SLCN
- Understand how to set targets and measure the progress of pupils with SLCN.
Course 2 - Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Unit 1: Child and young person’s development
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will explore the expected pattern of children and young people’s development from birth to 19 years and how the different areas of development can affect one another.
Unit 2: The support of disabled children and young people and those with specific requirements
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will research how you as a practitioner can support disabled children or young people and those with specific needs in partnership with their parents/carers. You will also research partnership working with other agencies and professionals.
Unit 3: Supporting children and young people to achieve their learning potential
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will learn how to support children and young people to ensure that they take every possible opportunity to make the most of learning and achieve their learning potential.
Unit 4: Working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will research how practitioners can and should work with children and young people at the centre of their practice, basing their work on the strengths of the children and young people rather than focussing on their difficulties. You will explore the way in which behaviour, social and emotional difficulties are linked with speech, language and communication development and research effective ways to support the speech, language and communication development of children and young people with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties.
Course 3 - Autism Awareness
Module 1
Outline of Learning Disabilities
- Introduction (to include the myths, what is and what is not)
- How Learning disabilities can affect social and emotional development of children and young people.
- Outline and understand the different Learning disabilities
Module 2
- The definition of Autism
- The difference between autism and Asperger’s syndrome
- The three different conditions within the autistic spectrum
- The difficulties encompassed with social interaction, communication and imagination which affect the learning of a young person with ASD
Module 3
Causes of Autism
- Genetic & environmental causes of autism.
- Diagnosing Autism in Children
- Diagnosing Autism in Adults
- The gender differences
Module 4
Explaining Autistic Behaviour
- Understanding the concept of challenging behaviour
- Recognising characteristics of autism through childrens behaviour
- The ‘theory of mind’, and of how lack of this this affects young people with ASD
Module 5
Communication and Language
- Process involved in receptive language
- Process of expressive language
- Strengths and weaknesses of the speech, language and communication skills of a young person with autism Spectrum Disorder
Module 6
Approaches to Autism
- Person centred approach
- Planning to meet individual needs
- Planning for social inclusion
Module 7
Practical suggestions when working with Autism
- Practical considerations
- Suggestions to create a safe environment
- Visual Strategies
- Aspects of non-verbal communication and their role in supporting someone with Autism
Module 8
Ethical, Legal and Organisational Issues
- Outline possible challenges for
- Worker
- Family
- Outline avenues for support and helpful resources
Course 4 - Caring for People with Learning Disabilities
The Social Dimension of Learning Disability
- Causes of Learning Disabilities and Associated Conditions
- Associated Conditions
- Stigma and Condition Visibility
- The Impact of Learning Disability Upon the Family
- The Power of Language
- Life Chances and Learning Disability
The History and Development of Services for People With a Learning Disability
- The Historical Antecedents to Present Day Care
- The Modern Institution
- Institutionalisation
- Looking Forward
- Community Care and the Mixed Economy
Normalisation
- Defining Normalisation
- Key Writers in the Literature of Normalisation
- Defining Normalisation
- Quality Audit - Measuring the Impact of Normalisation Theory on Practice
Teaching Skills
- Your Role as Teacher
- Factors That Influence the Teaching/Learning Process
- Writing a Teaching Plan
- Planning Your Teaching
- Assessing Learning Needs
Sexuality
- Exploring the Term ‘Sexuality’
- Sexuality Through the Life Cycle
- Attitudes Toward Sexuality and Learning Disability
- Analysing and Supporting Sex Education Needs
- Human Rights and Adulthood
Management of Challenging Behaviour
- Defining Challenging Behaviour
- Causes of Challenging Behaviour
- A Framework For Integrated Functioning
- A Therapeutic Approach to Challenging Behaviour
Course 5 - Child Behaviour
Module 1: Introduction to Children’s Behaviour
- Awareness of societal differences in attitude to children’s behaviour
- Understand the contributing influences of undesirable behaviour
Module 2: Well-Being, Self-Esteem and Emotional Intelligence
- Understand the importance of well-being and self-esteem
- Awareness of the impact of emotional intelligence and literacy on self-control
Module 3: Temperament, Attachment and Self-Control
- Understand the impact a child’s temperament has on their response to external events
- Awareness of how attachment disorder can contribute to children’s stress
- Knowledge of the range of impulsive behavioural responses
Module 4: Aggression and Violence
- Understand the influence of modelling
- Knowledge of how frustration can manifest into different types of aggressive behaviour
- Awareness of relevant psychological theory
Module 5: Psychological Disabilities
- Understand how particular disorders can affect behavioural responses
- Knowledge of behavioural symptoms and the potential causes
Module 6: Focus on Bullying
- Understand the causes of bullying
- Awareness of the effects of bullying
Module 7: Focus on ADHD
- Knowledge of the impact of ADHD on children’s behaviour
- Understand the psychological approaches to coping with ADHD
Module 8: Conduct Disorder (CD) and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Understand the differences between CD & ODD
- Knowledge of the behavioural challenges associated with the two disorders
- Awareness of psychological intervention techniques
Module 9: Techniques for Managing Challenging Behaviour
- Understand the differences in psychological techniques for managing children’s challenging behaviour
- Knowledge of the diverse maladaptive behaviour management techniques
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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What you will learn - Effectively work with children with special educational needs
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Get BIG Savings with our Special Education Needs and Disabilities Online Bundle, 5 Certificate Courses
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced
- Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Autism Awareness
- Caring for People with Learning Disabilities
- Child Behaviour
1. Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced: Learn how to effectively work with children with special educational needs
This Special Educational Needs Advanced course is a progression from our Special Educational Needs course. The advanced course delves deeper into the theoretical foundation and prepares students even further to effectively work with children with special educational needs.
Students will learn the definitions and key principles of special educational needs, as well as the fundamental aspects of specific difficulties and disorders, from moderate learning disabilities to autism.
This course is ideal for those who have completed our teaching assistant courses and our Special Educational Needs (SEN) course. It is also suitable for those who simply have general interest in the topic and would like to deepen their understanding of working with SEN children.
2. Special Educational Needs (SEN): Learn To Work With People With Special Education Needs
Special Educational Needs’ refers to learning difficulties or disabilities that make learning, communication or behavior more challenging for a child with these special needs than for others of a similar age. Our Special Educational Needs Online Courses addresses learning outcomes related to aspects of working with children who have specific special educational needs and requirements.
If you want to work with children and/or young people with special educational needs, then this course is for you.
3. Autism Awareness: Develop your understanding of the diverse condition of autism
The Autism Awareness course aims to develop your understanding of the diverse condition of autism and gives practical suggestions when working with autistic individuals.
Autism refers to a whole range of social, language and communication problems. Severity ranges from mild and often undiagnosed to severe, where it is almost impossible for people to successfully engage in society.
The aim of this course is to provide a better awareness of the term “autism” and “autistic spectrum disorder” (ASD) and how to support individuals with autism.
4. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities: Learn how to care for and manage people with learning difficulties
This Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Online Courses will guide you through the social dimensions of learning disabilities, while examining methods of teaching, caring for and managing people with learning difficulties. The support needed to provide people with a better life from the first stage of disability until they gain some independence in daily activities, despite their disabled condition, can be expected to be in even greater demand in the future.
Thanks to advances in medical technology, we are living in an era when more people with learning disabilities can now live functional lives. The Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Courses will discuss why more of the learning disabled are at home rather than in hospital situations or institutions, and why it has become necessary for a wider base of the population to be educated in assisting to care for them.
5. Child Behaviour: Discover the secrets on how to identify and deal with different child behaviours
This Child Behaviour Course covers the theory behind why children behave the way they do, and looks at events and triggers that can create behaviour patterns in children. The course is over 9 modules and will build your knowledge to enable you to identify and deal with different behaviours.
You will learn about how well-being, self-esteem and emotional intelligence can affect a child’s temperament, attachment and self-control.
You will also learn about the relationship between psychological disabilities and aggression and violence, including bullying and how to manage challenging behaviour, like conduct disorder (CD) and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.
This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!
Course Fast Facts:
- All courses are easy to follow and understand
- Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
- Study as many courses as you want
- Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
- You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
- Download printer friendly course content
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.
Recognition & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.
This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
Units of Study
Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.
The Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced 5 Course Bundle includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course:
Course 1 - Special Educational Needs (SEN) Advanced
Module One: Definitions and key principles of special educational needs (SEN)
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline a working definition of special educational needs referring to the law and what this means in practice
- Provide a brief explanation of the main theories of learning development
- Explain what personalisation is, how it is different from differentiation in learning, and how it may be beneficial to children with SEN
- Understand key principles of coaching and mentoring for children with SEN and how parents can assist, and be assisted, with supporting the learning process.
- Understand the different ways in which children with SEN can be monitored and assessed for outcome achievement.
Module Two: Moderate learning disabilities
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline the main ‘events’ throughout education history that have informed our current working knowledge defining moderate learning disabilities, and of educating children with these.
- Provide a brief explanation of the two models of disability, and explain ‘false opposition’ and its implications on the ways in which we educate children with moderate learning disabilities.
- Understand perceptions of, and attitudes to children with moderate learning disabilities, and how to make these more positive in the classroom.
- Understand the effects moderate learning disabilities can have on a child’s abilities to form long-term social relationships.
- Understand effective processes of assessing and identifying moderate learning disabilities.
Module Three: Autism
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Outline the condition of autism according to the triad of impairments and sensory problems, and understand how these might affect a young person’s learning.
- Explain some of the key psychological theories about autism.
- Provide a brief overview of a variety of interventions, including TEACCH that can be used at school to assist a child with autism in learning
- Help to assist with identifying the needs of a child with autism (strengths & weaknesses profile, SCERTS assessment process, self-assessment, pupil involvement)
- Discuss how teachers and assistants at school can assist parents and families with educational support of their child.
Module Four: Behavioural, social, and emotional difficulties
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Understand the difficulties a child may have around social skills and emotional competencies, and how this may affect them at school.
- Understand the government ‘social and emotional aspects of learning’ (SEAL) programme.
- Understand the principles of the five main psychological approaches to understanding behaviour
- Understand the ways in which genetic factors are understood to link with environmental factors and influence behaviour in children.
- Describe some of the therapeutic approaches that can be used to help children with behavioural, social, and emotional problems.
Module Five: Specific learning difficulties
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Understand the core features of the four main specific learning difficulties, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.
- Explain the principles of good practice associated with teaching reading and writing
- Describe good practice approaches for teaching children with dyscalculia.
- Describe the ways in which dyspraxia can affect a child’s learning, and how certain teaching practices can assist the learning process.
Module Six: Speech and language, and global communication issues
At the end of this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the different aspects of speech, language, and communication issues that may be experienced by pupils, and which pupils may be more at risk of these problems.
- Describe typical speech and language development milestones.
- Understand the principles of Wave 3 interventions for SLCN, and how these can be made effective.
- Understand the principle of provision mapping, and how it can help children with SLCN
- Understand how to set targets and measure the progress of pupils with SLCN.
Course 2 - Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Unit 1: Child and young person’s development
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will explore the expected pattern of children and young people’s development from birth to 19 years and how the different areas of development can affect one another.
Unit 2: The support of disabled children and young people and those with specific requirements
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will research how you as a practitioner can support disabled children or young people and those with specific needs in partnership with their parents/carers. You will also research partnership working with other agencies and professionals.
Unit 3: Supporting children and young people to achieve their learning potential
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will learn how to support children and young people to ensure that they take every possible opportunity to make the most of learning and achieve their learning potential.
Unit 4: Working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.
This unit will be divided into a set of activities to guide your studies. In this unit you will research how practitioners can and should work with children and young people at the centre of their practice, basing their work on the strengths of the children and young people rather than focussing on their difficulties. You will explore the way in which behaviour, social and emotional difficulties are linked with speech, language and communication development and research effective ways to support the speech, language and communication development of children and young people with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties.
Course 3 - Autism Awareness
Module 1
Outline of Learning Disabilities
- Introduction (to include the myths, what is and what is not)
- How Learning disabilities can affect social and emotional development of children and young people.
- Outline and understand the different Learning disabilities
Module 2
- The definition of Autism
- The difference between autism and Asperger’s syndrome
- The three different conditions within the autistic spectrum
- The difficulties encompassed with social interaction, communication and imagination which affect the learning of a young person with ASD
Module 3
Causes of Autism
- Genetic & environmental causes of autism.
- Diagnosing Autism in Children
- Diagnosing Autism in Adults
- The gender differences
Module 4
Explaining Autistic Behaviour
- Understanding the concept of challenging behaviour
- Recognising characteristics of autism through childrens behaviour
- The ‘theory of mind’, and of how lack of this this affects young people with ASD
Module 5
Communication and Language
- Process involved in receptive language
- Process of expressive language
- Strengths and weaknesses of the speech, language and communication skills of a young person with autism Spectrum Disorder
Module 6
Approaches to Autism
- Person centred approach
- Planning to meet individual needs
- Planning for social inclusion
Module 7
Practical suggestions when working with Autism
- Practical considerations
- Suggestions to create a safe environment
- Visual Strategies
- Aspects of non-verbal communication and their role in supporting someone with Autism
Module 8
Ethical, Legal and Organisational Issues
- Outline possible challenges for
- Worker
- Family
- Outline avenues for support and helpful resources
Course 4 - Caring for People with Learning Disabilities
The Social Dimension of Learning Disability
- Causes of Learning Disabilities and Associated Conditions
- Associated Conditions
- Stigma and Condition Visibility
- The Impact of Learning Disability Upon the Family
- The Power of Language
- Life Chances and Learning Disability
The History and Development of Services for People With a Learning Disability
- The Historical Antecedents to Present Day Care
- The Modern Institution
- Institutionalisation
- Looking Forward
- Community Care and the Mixed Economy
Normalisation
- Defining Normalisation
- Key Writers in the Literature of Normalisation
- Defining Normalisation
- Quality Audit - Measuring the Impact of Normalisation Theory on Practice
Teaching Skills
- Your Role as Teacher
- Factors That Influence the Teaching/Learning Process
- Writing a Teaching Plan
- Planning Your Teaching
- Assessing Learning Needs
Sexuality
- Exploring the Term ‘Sexuality’
- Sexuality Through the Life Cycle
- Attitudes Toward Sexuality and Learning Disability
- Analysing and Supporting Sex Education Needs
- Human Rights and Adulthood
Management of Challenging Behaviour
- Defining Challenging Behaviour
- Causes of Challenging Behaviour
- A Framework For Integrated Functioning
- A Therapeutic Approach to Challenging Behaviour
Course 5 - Child Behaviour
Module 1: Introduction to Children’s Behaviour
- Awareness of societal differences in attitude to children’s behaviour
- Understand the contributing influences of undesirable behaviour
Module 2: Well-Being, Self-Esteem and Emotional Intelligence
- Understand the importance of well-being and self-esteem
- Awareness of the impact of emotional intelligence and literacy on self-control
Module 3: Temperament, Attachment and Self-Control
- Understand the impact a child’s temperament has on their response to external events
- Awareness of how attachment disorder can contribute to children’s stress
- Knowledge of the range of impulsive behavioural responses
Module 4: Aggression and Violence
- Understand the influence of modelling
- Knowledge of how frustration can manifest into different types of aggressive behaviour
- Awareness of relevant psychological theory
Module 5: Psychological Disabilities
- Understand how particular disorders can affect behavioural responses
- Knowledge of behavioural symptoms and the potential causes
Module 6: Focus on Bullying
- Understand the causes of bullying
- Awareness of the effects of bullying
Module 7: Focus on ADHD
- Knowledge of the impact of ADHD on children’s behaviour
- Understand the psychological approaches to coping with ADHD
Module 8: Conduct Disorder (CD) and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Understand the differences between CD & ODD
- Knowledge of the behavioural challenges associated with the two disorders
- Awareness of psychological intervention techniques
Module 9: Techniques for Managing Challenging Behaviour
- Understand the differences in psychological techniques for managing children’s challenging behaviour
- Knowledge of the diverse maladaptive behaviour management techniques
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
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Computer requirements
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Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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