Understanding Learning Disability and Behaviour:

• Types of learning disabilities. Spectrum and severity.

• Global development delay, Downs Syndrome, Angelman, Foetal Alcohol Syndrome, Prader-Willi.

• Legal framework and guidelines. Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Mental Capacity Act.

• Cause and impact of learning disabilities.

• What might be behind behaviours that challenge.

• Support individuals and keeping safe. 

• Conflict spirals and levels of a crisis. 

• Communication and de-escalation theory.

• Basics about Positive Behaviour Support.

• Report and incident writing.