Level 2 Course Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Free Level 2 NCFE CACHE Certificate in understanding behaviour that challenges
There are lots of reasons why someone’s behaviour might be challenging – anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, to mention just a few.

If you want to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online qualification is a great way to build your knowledge. You will learn about what ‘behaviour that challenges’ means, why some people display this behaviour and the impact it can have.
You’ll also gain insight into how to support positive behaviour, the importance of communication and how to manage challenging behaviour.
This course will allow you to be free to study when, where and how you choose, and the speed that is right for you.
Course Level Guidance for understanding behaviour that challenges.
Level 2 courses are equivalent to GCSE (grades 9-4 or A*-C)
Level 3 courses are equivalent to A Levels
What you’ll learn on understanding behaviour that challenges.
- What is meant by the term ‘behaviour that challenges’.
- How to recognise changes in individuals that may indicate an episode of challenging behaviour.
- The importance of non-verbal communication.
- How reflection on an incident can assist in managing future behaviour.
” 3.8) All foster carers receive training in positive care and control of children, including training in de-escalating problems and disputes. [National Minimum Standards]”
What will it cost?
This is a FREE* course funded by AEB/ESF.
When will it start?
This course runs year-round and you can start at any time.
Course Length?
The course is 130 hours over a 6 week period.
Assessed and awarded by
As a Foster Carer, you will gain an NCFE CACHE assessed and awarded a level 2 certificate in understanding behaviour that challenges, which will count towards your CPD and training requirements. This level 2 certificate in understanding behaviour that challenges course is funded by AEB/ESF Funding.
100% ONLINE – Learn from wherever you are
At DN Colleges Group, lifelong learning is a concept that we’re passionate about and for this reason, we make it accessible and flexible for you to study.
Online learning puts you in control of your learning – especially suitable for all of us in the fostering industry where we often only have short periods available around the children’s schedules.
With DN Colleges Group courses, you are free to study when, where and how you choose, and in the style and the speed that is right for you. Early morning, in a work break, late at night – it is entirely up to you so you can fit your education around Fostering and/or family commitments.
So what’s stopping you? Get in touch today and find out how we can help provide you with a timely career boost.
How you’ll learn
You have the flexibility to complete the course in your own time online in the comfort of your own home. You’ll also have an assigned, qualified tutor who will support and guide you throughout your course.
You will work through your online learning materials to complete an assessment. The assessment consists of questions that you must answer and submit to your tutor for marking.
Your tutor will mark your assessment, giving you feedback on each answer once you have completed all the units that make up your qualification you will be issued with your certificate.
Why Choose DN Colleges Group
- Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection.
- Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
- Professional delivered courses – industry-leading course tutors.
- Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
- Save money – no additional travel costs and this course is FREE!*
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Help & Support
Please contact DN Colleges directly with any queries or support requests on the contact information below.
General Course Enquiries Call: 0800 358 75 75