ZDe-escalation Skills for Foster Carers

Target Group / Level

All Foster Carers

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide foster cares with de-escalation strategies to positively challenge behaviour that is harmful to the child and those who are affected.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course you will have: 
• Considered the skills and strategies needed in diffusing difficult situations before they escalate and providing techniques to positively manage challenging behaviours. 
• Examined how body language can impact on behaviour and how to adapt new approaches to de-escalate issues. 
• Explored the use of positive communication in managing behaviour 
• Developed knowledge about the theories that underpin de-escalation strategies 
• Explored how to protect yourself, the child/young person or other members of your household or public.