T/601/9738 Define the term challenging behaviour

Implement the Positive Behavioural Support Model

Learning outcomes

1 Understand the context of the Positive Behavioural Support model

1.1 Explain how Positive Behavioural Support has been influenced by:

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

Social Role Valorisation (SRV)

1.2 Summarise current legislation and policy guidance relating to Positive Behavioural Support

2 Understand the term challenging behaviour

2.1 Define the term challenging behaviour
2.2 Explain the reasons for the term challenging behaviour coming into use

2.3 Analyse key factors that lead to a behaviour being defined as challenging

3 Understand the context in which challenging behaviour occurs

3.1 Summarise key environmental risk factors for challenging behaviours.

3.2 Explain how slow and fast triggers contribute to challenging behaviour.

3.3 Analyse the role of reinforcement in maintaining behaviour.

3.4 Explain the time-intensity model.

4 Be able to contribute to the functional analysis in relation to an individual`s challenging behaviour.

4.1 Describe the key components of functional analysis.

4.2 Explain the key methods of analysing behaviour.