Breakaway Training
This course equips staff with the skills and confidence to safely disengage and protect themselves when faced with aggressive or potentially violent behaviour. It focuses on non-restrictive, low-risk techniques to create safe space, reduce harm, and de-escalate situations, while maintaining dignity and minimising risk for both staff and individuals. The training aligns with health and safety legislation, CQC requirements, and best practice in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
Course Summary
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the legal and ethical framework for using breakaway techniques, including duty of care, least restrictive practice, and safeguarding.
- Recognise early warning signs and triggers of escalating behaviour.
- Apply verbal and non-verbal de-escalation strategies to defuse challenging situations.
- Use safe, non-restrictive breakaway techniques to disengage from grabs, holds, or other physical confrontations.
- Maintain personal safety and situational awareness.
- Reflect on incidents, complete appropriate reporting, and contribute to post-incident reviews.
- Promote a culture of safety, dignity, and respect when working with individuals displaying distressed behaviour.
Who is it for?
Care staff, support workers, nurses, and team leaders working in residential care, supported living, domiciliary care, and community services.
Particularly relevant for those supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, or behaviours that challenge.
Delivery:
Practical, face-to-face training with demonstrations and supervised practice.
Includes scenario-based role play and de-escalation exercises.
Managing Challenging Behaviour Training
This course equips care staff with the knowledge and skills to understand, prevent, and manage challenging behaviour in a safe, respectful, and person-centred way. It emphasises Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), proactive strategies, and safe interventions that reduce risk while promoting dignity, wellbeing, and inclusion. Training is aligned with CQC standards, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) guidance, and safeguarding frameworks.
Course Summary
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define challenging behaviour and explore common triggers and underlying causes.
- Understand the impact of communication, environment, trauma, and unmet needs on behaviour.
- Apply de-escalation techniques to defuse situations safely.
- Use proactive strategies that reduce the likelihood of behaviours escalating.
- Recognise the role of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in managing behaviour.
- Respond safely to incidents, ensuring least restrictive interventions are used in line with legislation.
- Reflect on safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care when managing challenging behaviour.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents, responses, and outcomes.
- Recognise the importance of debriefing, reflection, and supporting both staff and individuals after incidents.
Who is it for?
Support workers, nurses, managers, and staff working in mental health, forensic, supported living, residential, or community care settings.
Particularly relevant for services supporting individuals at risk of self-harm or suicide.
Delivery:
Face-to-face or blended learning.
Includes case studies, reflective exercises, and (where appropriate) practical demonstrations with equipment.
Physical Intervention Training Course
This course equips staff with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills to use physical interventions safely and appropriately when faced with challenging or high-risk situations. It emphasises the principles of least restrictive practice, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), and the legal and ethical frameworks that govern the use of physical interventions. Training ensures compliance with CQC standards, Health & Safety legislation, and Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) guidance.
Course Summary
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define physical intervention and understand when its use may be appropriate.
- Recognise the difference between prevention, de-escalation, and physical intervention.
- Apply proactive strategies to reduce the need for restrictive practices.
- Understand the legal framework including the Human Rights Act 1998, Children Act 1989/2004, Care Act 2014, and safeguarding responsibilities.
- Demonstrate safe, low-risk physical intervention techniques to disengage, guide, or hold (within scope of role and organisational policy).
- Minimise risk of harm to individuals and staff during physical interventions.
- Record, report, and reflect on incidents in line with organisational procedures.
- Recognise the importance of debriefing and post-incident learning.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and person-centred culture.
Who is it for?
Carers, support workers, nurses, and managers working in services where behaviours may present risk (e.g., learning disability, autism, mental health, forensic, or children’s care settings).
Delivery:
Face-to-face, practical training with demonstrations and supervised practice.
Includes scenario-based learning, group discussion, and reflective activities.
Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway Training
This course combines the principles of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) with practical breakaway techniques, equipping staff with the knowledge and skills to understand, prevent, and respond to challenging behaviour safely and respectfully. It emphasises proactive strategies, least restrictive practice, and safe disengagement methods, ensuring staff can reduce risks while promoting dignity, choice, and wellbeing. Training is aligned with CQC standards, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) guidance, and safeguarding legislation.
Course Summary
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the principles of Positive Behaviour Support and how they apply in care settings.
- Recognise triggers, early warning signs, and underlying causes of challenging behaviour.
- Apply proactive, person-centred strategies to reduce the likelihood of behaviours escalating.
- Use verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Demonstrate safe, non-restrictive breakaway techniques to disengage from grabs, holds, or personal space intrusions.
- Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities around restrictive practices, including the Human Rights Act 1998, Care Act 2014, and safeguarding frameworks.
- Record, report, and review incidents to inform care planning and organisational learning.
- Reflect on post-incident debriefing, resilience, and emotional support for both staff and individuals.
- Promote a positive culture of respect, safety, and inclusion.
Who is it for?
Carers, support workers, nurses, and managers in residential care, supported living, domiciliary, and community services.
Particularly relevant for staff supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
Delivery:
Face-to-face practical training with demonstrations and supervised practice.
Includes case studies, scenario-based learning, and reflective group discussions.
Positive Behaviour Support Training Course
This course provides staff with the knowledge and skills to understand and apply the principles of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in care settings. It focuses on proactive, person-centred strategies to reduce the likelihood of challenging behaviour, while promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion. Learners will also explore how to balance safety with individual rights, ensuring practice is aligned with CQC standards, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) guidance, and safeguarding legislation.
Course Summary
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Define Positive Behaviour Support and understand its core principles.
- Recognise triggers, functions, and underlying causes of behaviour that challenges.
- Apply proactive strategies to reduce the need for restrictive interventions.
- Use effective communication and de-escalation techniques to defuse situations.
- Develop and implement behaviour support plans that are person-centred, and outcome focused.
- Record, monitor, and review incidents to identify patterns and inform support planning.
- Understand the legal and ethical frameworks that underpin PBS, including the Human Rights Act 1998, Care Act 2014, and safeguarding duties.
- Reflect on the importance of post-incident support, debriefing, and learning.
- Promote a culture of respect, dignity, and inclusion in care settings.
Who is it for?
Carers, support workers, nurses, team leaders, and managers in residential, supported living, domiciliary, and community services.
Particularly relevant for staff supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
Delivery:
Face-to-face or blended training.
Includes case studies, group activities, reflective exercises, and scenario-based learning.