This positive handling in school straining course is designed to provide those who work in the education sector and parents of pupils with a deeper understanding of the procedures, policies and legislation surrounding positive handling in the learning environment.

This course includes practical exercises, case studies and audiovisual material that will take you through every area of positive handling in school. From government guidance to duty of care and physical intervention, it covers everything you need to know. Taking inspiration from the SCARF model, you will learn key best practice procedures to deal with difficult situations and behaviour successfully. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to be able to create an effective positive handling plan that promotes learning and gets to the root of difficult behaviour efficiently.

• Accredited, quality CPD training
• Instant e-certificate
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Course material developed by qualified professionals

• Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone
• 24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support
• Discounts on bulk purchases

Sneak Peek

Who should take the course

This online training course is ideal for those who work in the education sector, ideal for those in the following professions:

• Primary School Teachers
• Nursery & teaching Assistants
• Headteachers
• School staff
• Parents of pupils

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Make important decisions when it comes to duty of care
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of government guidance when it comes to positive handling
• Identify and minimise the DSE risks to health in the workplace
• Work efficiently in compliance with the Children Act 1989 and other key legislation
• Positively influence a situation through effective use of the SCARF model
• Create a successful positive handling plan that promotes learning effectively

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Positive Handling in Schools is as follows: Module 01: Introduction to Positive Handling in School Module 02: A Serious Business Module 03: The Aggression Curve Module 04: Trauma and Disability Management Module 05: The SCARF Model Module 06: Government Advice and Guidance Module 07: Making Decisions: Duty of Care Module 08: The Law Module 09: Physical Intervention and Restraint Module 10: Screening, Searching and Confiscation