Functional Behaviour Assessment Training Australia Wide

Functional Behaviour Assessment Training (FBA)

Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) Training helps staff better understand why behaviours of concern occur and how to identify the underlying function or need behind the behaviour.

This training is designed for disability support workers, educators, allied health professionals, aged care staff, community services, and anyone supporting individuals who display challenging or complex behaviours.

Participants learn how to gather information, identify triggers, recognise behaviour patterns, complete behaviour tracking, and use structured assessment processes to develop more effective support strategies.

The program provides a practical introduction to behaviour assessment and helps staff improve outcomes through more consistent, evidence-based, and person-centred approaches.

Course Content

Module 1. Understanding the Individual

  • Getting to know the person
  • Strengths, preferences, goals, and support needs
  • Family, environmental, and lifestyle factors

Module 2. Understanding Behaviours of Concern

  • Defining behaviours of concern
  • Identifying target behaviours
  • Recognising triggers and warning signs

Module 3. Understanding What Happens Before, During & After Behaviour

  • Antecedents, behaviour, and consequences
  • Behaviour tracking and recording
  • Identifying behaviour patterns

Module 4. Identifying the Function of Behaviour

  • Understanding the reason or need behind the behaviour
  • Common behaviour functions
  • The relationship between behaviour, communication, trauma, disability, and mental health

Module 5. Positive Support Strategies

  • Replacement skills and alternative behaviours
  • Positive intervention strategies
  • Structured routines and proactive supports
  • What is working and not working well

Module 6. Behaviour Recording & Assessment Tools

  • STAR charts
  • ABC recording
  • Observation and documentation methods
  • Developing a basic behaviour support framework

Learning Outcomes

Participants will learn:

  • How to identify and define behaviours of concern clearly and consistently
  • How to recognise triggers, warning signs, patterns, and environmental influences
  • How to understand the possible function or purpose behind a behaviour
  • How to use behaviour recording tools such as ABC charts, STAR charts, and observation records
  • How to identify replacement skills and proactive support strategies
  • The importance of consistency, teamwork, routines, and communication when managing behaviour
  • How to develop more person-centred and evidence-based support approaches
  • How to improve behaviour outcomes through better assessment, planning, and intervention

Course Overview

  • Duration: 2 Hour Webinar, Half Day, Full Day, or 2 Day Intensive Available
  • Delivery: Face-to-Face, Live Webinar, or Pre-Recorded Webinar
  • Location: Available Across Australia and New Zealand
  • Capacity: Up to 20 Participants per Facilitator
  • Suitable For: Disability staff, educators, allied health professionals, aged care workers, mental health staff, and community services teams

Other Training Available

  • Behaviour Coaching & Mentoring
  • Critical Incident Debriefing
  • Disability Cultural Awareness Training
  • Mental Health Literacy Training
  • Positive Behaviour Support Training
  • Person Centred Active Support Training
  • Restrictive Practices Training
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Ethical Response Safety Training