Learn how to understand, observe, and respond to children’s behaviour through evidence-based, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-aware approaches that build emotional safety, strengthen relationships, and support self-regulation in early years settings.
Module 1 – Behaviour as CommunicationUnderstand how children’s behaviour communicates emotional, sensory, and unmet needs rather than “naughtiness.”
Module 2 – Patterns, Triggers and Observation
Learn how to use observation and the Antecedent Behaviour Consequence framework to identify behaviour patterns and emotional triggers.
Module 3 – Safeguarding Signals in Behaviour
Identify when behaviour may indicate harm, neglect, trauma, or wider safeguarding concerns and know when to escalate.
Module 4 – Theoretical Foundations of Behaviour
Explore attachment, brain development, behaviourism, neurodiversity, and trauma theory to deepen understanding of why behaviour happens.
Module 5 – Co-Regulation: The Foundation of Self-Regulation
Learn how adult calm, connection, and consistency build the child’s ability to manage big emotions.
Module 6 – Building Self-Regulation Sustainably
Develop practical tools such as emotion wheels, calm kits, and sensory spaces to support emerging emotional control.
Module 7 – Frameworks for Supporting Behaviour
Apply recognised models such as Positive Behaviour Support, Norfolk Steps, Zones of Regulation, and the Graduated Approach.
Module 8 – Relationship-Based Practice
Strengthen relational safety, repair ruptures, and protect practitioner wellbeing to sustain effective behaviour support.
Module 9 – Making the Environment Work for Behaviour
Design learning environments that reduce triggers, support sensory needs, and promote calm, predictable routines.
