Positive Behaviour Support with Bellstone Training
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is an evidence-based approach that aims to understand the reasons behind challenging behaviours and develop proactive, person-centred strategies to improve quality of life. At Bellstone Training—a Qualsafe Awards Registered Centre—we provide engaging Positive Behaviour Support courses, equipping professionals with the skills and insights to foster safer, more respectful interactions in health and social care settings.
Why Positive Behaviour Support Matters
PBS places the individual at the heart of every decision. By identifying the underlying causes of behaviours and making practical adjustments to the environment, routines, or communication methods, care teams can significantly reduce the frequency and intensity of challenging incidents. Adopting PBS also aligns with CQC guidelines and promotes better outcomes for service users, while supporting staff wellbeing through structured, preventative approaches.
Who Should Attend
- Carers and Support Workers: Those responsible for supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or challenging behaviours.
- Team Leaders and Managers: Professionals overseeing staff who regularly implement behavioural support plans.
- Allied Health Professionals: Anyone involved in designing or delivering care strategies, including occupational therapists, social workers, and behaviour specialists.
Course Options
- Introductory PBS Workshop
- Duration: Typically 1 day
- Overview: Offers foundational knowledge of PBS principles, behaviour analysis, and practical strategies to reduce challenging incidents.
- Ideal For: Teams seeking an entry-level understanding of PBS concepts and best practices.
- Advanced Behaviour Intervention
- Duration: 2 days (or modular sessions)
- Overview: Delves deeper into functional behaviour assessments, data collection, and bespoke intervention planning for complex cases.
- Ideal For: Managers, senior staff, or specialists requiring advanced tools and evidence-based methodologies.
- Refresher & Updates
- Duration: Varies
- Overview: Reinforces existing skills, reviews updated best practices, and refines support plans for continuous improvement.
- Ideal For: Experienced practitioners aiming to keep current with evolving behavioural support strategies.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understanding Behaviour Functions: Identify why challenging behaviours occur and tailor interventions accordingly.
- Proactive Strategies: Develop positive, preventative measures that reduce conflict and promote service user wellbeing.
- Communication & Environment: Learn to adjust communication styles and environmental factors to minimise triggers and support individual needs.
- Collaborative Care: Explore how multi-disciplinary teamwork and family involvement can create a consistent, supportive environment.
Why Choose Bellstone Training?
- Qualsafe Awards Accreditation: Our courses meet robust standards set by one of the UK’s largest Ofqual-regulated Awarding Organisations.
- Expert, DBS-Checked Tutors: Our trainers bring both frontline experience and up-to-date research knowledge, ensuring interactive and informative sessions.
- Flexible Delivery: We offer on-site training or local venues across Staffordshire, the West Midlands, Leicestershire, Warwickshire, and Northamptonshire, adapting to your organisation’s schedule.
- Ongoing Support: Beyond coursework, we provide consultancy and coaching to ensure effective implementation and long-term success.
- Comprehensive Development: From Positive Behaviour Support to Manual Handling and First Aid, our range of training covers all your workforce development needs.
Get Started Today
Create a safer, more supportive environment by embracing Positive Behaviour Support. Contact Bellstone Training now to discuss your team’s needs, schedule a training session, or learn more about how we can help you establish proactive, person-centred strategies that truly make a difference.
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Ready to elevate your team’s skills and enhance the quality of care you provide? Contact Bellstone Training & Consultancy today to discuss your needs and discover how our tailored courses can make a lasting impact. Let’s work together to raise standards and empower your workforce.