Functional Behaviour Assessment Training in Disability

Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) is aimed at staff  who work with people who show behaviours of concern.  In this workshop the following will be covered: identified warnings sign and triggers, behaviour tracking, what is the target behaviour,  how to come up with a hypothesis of what might be the reason for the behaviour  and assist in developing a clear structure & routine to help reduce the behaviour of concern.

Course Content

  • Who is the person we are supporting ? name, age, family members etc
  • Are there any underlying physical, mental or medical reasons for the behaviour
  • What are the behaviours of concern (BOC)?
  • What happens before, during & after the behaviour ?
  • What are some possible reasons why the individual behaves this way?
  • What skills could the individual learn to replace the behaviour of concern, consider their strengths, goals, preferences and refer to positive intervention framework.
  • What is currently working & not working well to Manage the Behaviour & Why ? (Based on staff observation)
  • What is the functions or need behind the behaviour of concern? (Based on staff observation)

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify who is the person we are supporting
  • Understand the persons condition and how that impacts on the behaviour
  • Know the reason to why some strategies work and some don’t.
  • Develop an action plan
  • Provide some alternative strategies to positive behaviour support
  • Identify the importance of team work, consistency, clear structure and following the daily routine.
  • Importance of building a positive relationship with the person you support.
  • Making sure you have realistic expectations of self and others
  • Staff will learn how to record and track behaviour and establish the functionality of the behaviour of concern.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand Legal Issues
  • Apply Ethical & Safe Practises
  • Define Positive Behaviour Support
  • Understand Behaviour Management Strategies
  • Demonstrate Therapeutic Physical Responses

Training is normally offered as full day training package but can be delivered to suit.