Course Dates
Autumn: 11th Oct - 3rd Dec
Spring: February - April
Award: Continuing Professional Development Certificate
“I really enjoyed the flexible time frame which meant I could work around school commitments.”
Teacher
Responding to the Challenge of Social, Educational and Behavioural Difficulties
Course Overview
Developed by ICEP Europe, this course is designed to assist educators in meeting what is perhaps the greatest challenge of in our increasingly inclusive schools; serving the needs of students with social, emotional and behavioural problems. Issues such as violence, aggression, delinquency and substance abuse have become increasingly pervasive in schools. Overall, 10-15% of pupils in any school may present significant and serious emotional/ behaviour difficulties or be at risk of such problems. The challenge of educating these youngsters can seem daunting. But knowing what strategies work and how to implement them can help shift the balance between the risk and protective factors that shape a child's ability to thrive and promote their educational progress. This course offers you the latest in evidence-based measures that have proven effective in intervening with students who have social, emotional or behaviour problems and in creating safer, more effective schools.
Who is this course aimed at?
While this course is primarily designed for teachers and other professionals working with youngsters at both primary and post primary level, it may also be helpful for parents who want more detailed information about the development and education of children and young people.
Key Course Information
- The course comprises 5 interactive learning modules, each taking approximately four hours online study time to complete, or 20 hours in total
- Learning is self-paced, allowing you to design your own study schedule around existing commitments, and giving you total freedom and flexibility
- On completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of continuing professional development
- This course is approved by the Department of Education and Skills and provides 3 EPV days for primary school teachers during the summer term only
- Participants are encouraged to interact with each other via the online discussion forum, allowing learners to enter active discussions with their colleagues and receive feedback from the expert course tutors.
Course Content
Designed for teachers and other professionals working with youngsters at both primary and post primary level, this 20 hour online course introduces participants to a wide range of models, methods and strategies for supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural problems. The course focuses on proven strategies and interventions at the level of the school, classroom and individual student. It enables you to gain an understanding of the causal factors in development of emotional and behaviour problems and the learning and behavioural implications of such difficulties. Assessment methods and identification issues are explained and examined. Participants are also encouraged to reflect on and develop their own practice and that of their school in relation to supporting students who have emotional and behavioural problems and may be exhibiting challenging behaviour, or who are at risk of developing challenging behaviour. Among the topics covered are the relevant legislative and policy framework; early intervention; promoting resilience and reducing risk; whole-school policy and strategies; strategies for building emotional literacy and pathways to increasing academic success; effective individual and group interventions for students with social, emotional or behavioural difficulties with a particular emphasis on dealing with challenging behaviours. Staff support issues and teacher stress will also be addressed.
Tuition and Support
- Specialised tutors working in the area of learning disabilities will provide you with individual support and guidance as you complete your studies online
- Technical support is provided by our dedicated team of qualified learning technologists, who can be contacted by telephone or email.
Assessment & Award:
Each student is required to complete the following items
- Interactive Learning Assignment per module
- Reflective Assignment
- Completion of CPD record
On successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate of Professional Development. A CPD Record that includes reflective assignments and course work contributions can be printed off for addition to a CPD portfolio.
Fees
Subsidised Course Fee: €150
Full Course Fee: €330
Currently employed teachers in the Republic of Ireland are eligible for subsidised fees. Please note that the number of subsidised places is limited and the full fee will apply once these places are filled.
How to Enrol?
Places are limited so early booking is advised.
To book a place, click here or use the Enrol Now button in the Course Option Menu on right of page. Alternatively phone 01 6510618, or email:
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