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Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children (Online) - Level 2

Overview

Gain valuable skills to support children exhibiting distressed behaviour with this FREE online course. Designed for educators, this course provides insight into the causes of distressed behaviour and strategies to support children effectively.

By earning a Level 2 qualification, you’ll improve your ability to help children thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. Learning more can help you earn more!

Study at home, study on your schedule, study for FREE. Sign up today!

Start dates and fees

  • Start - Anytime.
  • Cost - FREE for adults aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025), regardless of employment status.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
While this course may be offered to you free of charge, failure to complete the course may result in a £125 administration fee. This fee covers the administrative costs associated with non-completion.

If you have any questions or require more information, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01623 413602 before completing your registration.

What will I study?

  • Awareness of distressed behaviour in children 
  • Principles of intervention when working with children who display distressed behaviour 
  • Distressed behaviour and mental health in children 
  • Distressed behaviour and learning disabilities in children 
  • Distressed behaviour, sensory processing conditions and autism spectrum conditions in children 
  • Legislation and guidance for an individual providing support to children displaying distressed behaviour.
  • Entry requirements
    • No specific entry requirements, but a minimum of a GCSE grade 4-9 in English and Maths (or equivalent) is recommended
    • Applicants must live in England and not live in the locations listed here
    • Applicants must have been living in the UK for the last 3 years.
  • Assessment
    • Assessment is done through internal evaluations, checked by external quality assurance.
    • To achieve a Pass, all learning outcomes and criteria must be met - no grading system is used.
  • Progression

    Options to consider available through other training providers:

    • Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems - Level 2
    • Certificate in Understanding Mental Health - Level 2
    • Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities - Level 2
    • Award in Supporting Children and Young People with Autism - Level 3 

    If you would like further information regarding this course and what you can progress on to, please contact us on 0808 100 3626 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Why choose us?

Excellent student support services

We’ve got a great student support network offering advice and guidance on careers and future employment, finance, health and welfare, additional learning support and much more.

Getting here couldn’t be easier!

Whether you travel by bus, train or on foot there are many different transport options available. You can also unleash your freedom with the West Notts College Travel Scheme which provides a flexible and great value bus travel service.

Campuses across Mansfield and Ashfield

We have eight campuses each boasting a number of state-of-the-art facilities.

Strong industry links

We’re always investing in college facilities to make sure you have access to the most up-to-date, industry-standard equipment. Our strong links with employers means you can secure work placements as part of your wider learning – providing you with vital industry experience and employability skills, getting you ready for the world of work.

Tutors who really know their industry

Most have worked in the industry they're teaching, so you'll learn the skills employers are looking for. They'll support and encourage you to achieve the best results possible.

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We proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, including Pride. Our college is a supportive community that welcomes and embraces individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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