FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate L22559

Course Syllabus

Unit 1: Recognising Challenging Behaviour Describing behaviour in observable, measurable terms Identifying inappropriate behaviour presented by an individual with learning disability Strategies for dealing with inappropriate behaviour Defining the concept of “challenging behaviour” Inappropriate behaviour versus challenging behaviour Describing challenging behaviour in terms that are observable and measurable  Unit 2: Understanding the Causes of Challenging Behaviour How internal factors related to health and well-being can underlie challenging behaviour How external factors related to environment can underlie challenging behaviour  “Positive reinforcement” and “negative reinforcement": how challenging behaviour can be reinforced positively / negatively  “Antecedent” and “setting events”-how inappropriate or challenging behaviour is maintained by setting events or antecedents The Antecedent, Behaviour, Consequence (ABC) model Using an ABC chart for recording observations of behaviour Unit 3: Introduction to the Positive Behaviour Support Model Goals and values of Positive Behaviour Support 4 strategies for Positive Behaviour Support 6 characteristics of positive environments Developing a Behaviour Support Plan

Work Experience

Where learners who are not working with individuals with learning disability on a regular basis, a minimum 25 hours work experience is recommended.

Assessment Method

Two Assignments (40%) Project (60%)

Further Studies

Other Childcare modules required for the Major Award in Childcare DCHSC. Related FETAC Level 5 modules, such as, Special Needs Assisting and Understanding Special Needs. FETAC Level 6 Childcare modules

Career Options

Crèche or pre-school worker Professional nanny Childminder Special Needs Assistant