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Implementation for Meaningful Change

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Unit 4: Coaching

Building on Units 1-3, this unit looks at the integral role of coaching in Positive Behaviour Support. We consider coaching options, the importance of safety, feedback, certification and how you can weave implementation into a person's everyday life. 
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Overview

This unit runs for 1 hour and 40 minutes. In this unit, we'll cover:
  • Introduction to Coaching
  • Coaching Process
  • Certification of Coaching: Options, Setting up Safety & Demonstrating the Skills
  • Certification of Coaching: Feedback
  • Certification of Coaching: Weaving Implementation into Everyday Life
  • Practice Leadership: Train the Trainer Model
  • Coaching for Hank

Recommended learning

We highly recommend completing earlier units of Implementation for Meaningful Change, before completing this unit:
  • Unit 1: Introduction to Implementation
  • Unit 2: Pre-implementation
  • Unit 3: Training

In addition, Implementation for Meaningful Change builds upon knowledge you have gained in our Functions and Formulations series and Multi-Element Interventions series.  Both are available to all and can be accessed anytime, anywhere. 

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What people are saying

Informative | Engaging | Enjoyable | Morish | Easy to understand | Clear information

A great introduction to intervention strategies. Look forward to learning more at the next unit.
Kate
Great introduction explaining the complexities in providing behaviour support.
Brooke Wheeler
Enjoyable and morish!
Sophie
Great, Steve, engaging explanations and examples! 
Alicja Nowak
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What's next?

In the next unit, Unit 5, you'll gain an understanding of the importance of monitoring in Positive Behaviour Support. We'll look at data-driven decision making, as well as how to re-assess and adjust to deliver the best outcome for the people you support. 
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Frequently asked questions

Is this a free training series?

Yes, "Implementation for Meaningful Change" is FREE.

Who can complete these courses?

This series is designed for Positive Behaviour Support practitioners in Australia, however, anyone can enrol, anytime, anywhere. 

Are there any course prerequisities?

This series builds on the knowledge gained in our other Positive Behaviour Support courses.
We highly recommend completing the following series first:
  1. Functions and Formulations (3 units)
  2. Multi-Element Interventions (4 units)

How many units are in this series?

Implementation for Meaningful Change includes 5 courses/units. You'll receive a certificate for each unit completed.

Should I complete this course in order?

It is highly recommended that this course is completed in order, i.e. Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3 etc.
If you're not ready to complete the whole course and you're interested in a specific lesson, you can jump straight to that lesson. 

Can I download course resources?

Each course has an "Resources" page which we recommend you bookmark. 
You can also download or make a copy of resources such as The Behaviour Support Implementation Guide and Matrix©. 

I've finished the course but I'm not able to obtain my certificate. 

  1. Please visit the course menu.
  2. Completed lessons and quizzes will have a tick beside them  .
  3. Incomplete lessons and quizzes will have a grey or red dot beside them.
  4. Please complete these items. If the item is "transcript" or "resources", please visit the page.  

Who do I ask if I need help?

We're more than happy to help! Visit our FAQ page or get in touch with us using our contact form.

I'm interested in joining your team. How do I apply?

We're recruiting Behaviour Support Practitioners throughout Australia and we'd love to hear from you. Please visit our Careers page for more information at abilityconsultants.com.au/careers.

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