CE5001
Distance Learning Programme: Challenging Behaviour
2015-2016
15
7
SCQF level 11
Full Year
Academic year(s): 2015-2016
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: Full Year
Planned timetable:
This is a module concerned with the additional needs of adults with learning disabilities. This module considers definitions of challenging behaviour and how such behaviour is conceptualized in modern theories. It looks at: Types of challenging behaviour, prevalence, causation and theoretical perspectives, person-environment interactions, neurobiological explanations of challenging behaviour, behavioural phenotypes and challenging behavior, approaches to intervention, cognitive-behaviour therapy, service design, organizational culture, specialization in community settings, assessment and treatment units, support in integrated settings, support family carers, support in day opportunity settings.
Weekly contact:
Scheduled learning hours: 0
Guided independent study hours: 0
As used by St Andrews:
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%