Positive Behaviour Support Training Course

Positive Behaviour Support Training

The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Training Course is made to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge to support people who show challenging behaviour. It is helpful for anyone working in care, schools, healthcare, or community settings. The course teaches why certain behaviours happen and how to use kind and positive ways to help.

You will learn how to look at behaviour, make simple support plans, and use safe and proven methods. The course focuses on treating people with respect, listening to them, and helping them feel included. There will be group work, real-life examples, and practice to help you feel more confident.

This course is good for care workers, support staff, teachers, and family carers. It follows UK care standards and is led by experienced trainers. By the end, it will equip individuals to handle behaviour calmly and support others in a safe and caring way. You will also get helpful tools to use in your everyday work.

The Positive Behaviour Support Training Course is made for people who work with or care for others who show challenging behaviour. It is a good course for staff in schools, hospitals, care homes, or community settings. This includes teachers, care workers, support staff, social workers, therapists, and family members. The course helps these people learn the best ways to understand and manage behaviour. It gives simple tools and ideas to help make life better for the people they support.

📚Related Courses: Breakaway Training / Challenging Behaviour Training / Positive Handling Training.

Course Information:

• Course Duration: 2- 3 hours
• Course Level: Level 2
• Certificate: 1-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 10
• Practical: No
• Course Mode: Face to Face (Onsite & Offsite)
• Accredited: Yes ✅

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Training – Course Outline

1. Introduction to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

• What PBS means.
• Why PBS is important in care and support.
• How PBS helps improve quality of life.

2. Keeping Good Records

• Why clear and correct notes are important.
• What to write down: behaviour, actions, and progress.
• How to keep safe and legal records.

3. Risk Assessment in Behaviour Support

• What a risk is.
• How to spot risks early.
• How to write simple risk plans to keep people safe.

4. Understanding Consent and the Law

• What informed consent means.
• Why it’s important to get permission before giving support.
• Legal and ethical rules to follow.

5. Using Proven Behaviour Support Strategies

• What evidence-based strategies are.
• Examples of what works and what doesn’t.
• Choosing the right support for each person.

6. Making Personal Behaviour Support Plans

• What goes into a support plan.
• How to make plans based on each person’s needs.
• Working with the person and their family or carer.

7. Preventing and Reducing Challenging Behaviour

• What early signs to look for.
• How to use kind and simple ways to calm situations.
• Helping people feel safe and supported.

8. Working Together as a Team

• Who is in the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).
• Why teamwork is important in behaviour support.
• How to share information and support each other.

The course is delivered by one of our experienced trainers.  There will be classroom activities and plenty of time to answer questions on the PBS training.

Learning Outcomes: PBS Training

Upon successful completion of this positive behaviour support course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the principles and core concepts of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and understand its importance in improving quality of life.
• Maintain accurate and clear records related to behaviour support, including assessments, support plans, and progress notes.
• Carry out risk assessments to identify possible challenges, safety concerns, and strategies to reduce risks in behaviour support plans.
• Understand the ethical and legal duties involved in getting informed consent before starting behaviour support interventions.
• Use evidence-based strategies for managing and reducing behaviours, tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.
• Create personalised behaviour support plans that focus on specific behaviours and goals, using a person-centred approach.
• Apply proactive approaches to encourage positive behaviour and reduce challenging behaviour, while keeping people safe and supported.
• Work well with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to give full and joined-up behaviour support services.

Who Should Take This PBS Awareness Course?

This course is made for anyone who supports people with challenging behaviour and wants to learn safe, kind, and effective ways to help.

• Care workers who support people with learning disabilities or mental health needs
• Support workers in care homes, supported living, or community settings
• Teaching assistants and school staff who work with children with special needs
• Healthcare staff such as nurses and healthcare assistants
• Social workers and key workers who help people in daily life
• Family carers looking after a loved one with challenging behaviour
• Youth workers or people working with children and young people
• Anyone new to care or support work who wants to learn how to manage behaviour safely
• Team leaders and managers who oversee staff in care or education settings

If you want to help others while making your workplace calmer and safer, this course is a great place to start.

Course Benefits

By completing the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Training Course, you will gain:

• Better understanding of why people show challenging behaviours.
• Skills to create positive change by using proactive strategies.
• Ability to develop support plans that meet the needs of each individual.
• Confidence in handling difficult situations with effective behaviour strategies.
• Knowledge of how to work as part of a team to provide the best support.
• Improved communication skills to help build trust and respect with those you support.
• Better outcomes for people with challenging behaviours, improving their quality of life.
• Learn how to follow best practices and ethical standards when supporting others.

Customer Reviews:

We have received thousands of positive reviews from participants who have attended our PBS Training and Breakaway Training. Our course is rated ‘Excellent’ on all third-party websites, reflecting our commitment to high-quality training across the UK.

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“Gain confidence and knowledge positive support to patients with challenging behaviour.. Learned techniques with actual demo and done actually very good .” – Velma Duria

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“The trainer Sarah Freer was very good, she made it formal, easy to follow, Informative and a friendly positive atmosphere.” – Charlotte

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“Our staff had no issues on the training they all enjoyed it. It’s easy as can be to arrange training and ask questions about things we’ve always had a speedy in depth reply every time over the years.” –Making Space

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“Great trainer. Very engaging and made sure everyone understands. Would definitely training with this company again.” – Anonymous

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“Caring for care does care for their clients , from the initial booking with Emma everything was smooth she kept us informed on what was happening . Kai was awesome his teaching methods are inclusive and fun , we all enjoyed the training . Thank you caring for care team.” – Brenda

Career Opportunities

The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Training Course opens up a variety of career opportunities for those who complete it. This qualification is ideal for professionals working in education, healthcare, social care, and community services.

By gaining these skills, you will be prepared for roles such as:

• Behaviour Support Worker: Support individuals with challenging behaviours and create personalised support plans.
• Caregiver or Support Worker: Work in care homes, supported living environments, or in-home care, helping people manage behaviour effectively.
• Educator or Teacher: Implement PBS strategies in schools or educational settings to improve student behaviour and well-being.
• Social Worker or Therapist: Work with families and individuals to manage and reduce challenging behaviours in community settings.
• Healthcare Staff: Apply PBS strategies in hospitals, clinics, or care facilities to enhance patient care and reduce difficult behaviours.

With the rise in demand for skilled professionals in behaviour support, this course can help boost your career and make a real difference in the lives of others.

📌Research on PBS Training Effectiveness

1. Staff Training

• In one study, 85% of staff finished Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training and showed they could use the skills both in class and at work. [Karola Dillenburger]
• Another study showed that staff knowledge got much better. Before training, scores were 26%. At 16 weeks after training, they went up to 74%, and by 20 weeks, they reached 95%.

2. Effect on Challenging Behaviour

• One study found that 56% of people with challenging behaviour improved after staff did PBS training. Another study also showed that challenging behaviour went down after 3 months. [PUBMED]
• But one study said that while behaviour got better, the person’s quality of life did not improve after 6 months.

3. Staff Confidence and Support

• After training, 94% of school leaders and teachers felt more confident in dealing with poor behaviour. Also, 96% felt they could help children understand how to behave better.
• Still, 52% of teachers said that support from school leaders made a big difference in how well they managed difficult behaviour.

4. Use in Organisations

• 90% of schools kept records on pupil behaviour. 83% used this information to help manage behaviour in the school.
• These results show that PBS training can help, but results may not be the same in every place. More research and better training will help staff give even better support to people with challenging behaviour. [Government Social Research, 2023]

As I have told others... It is the best, most informative training I have ever attended