Low Arousal Training
This course is designed to introduce participants to the Low Arousal Approach, a person-centred, non-confrontational method of managing challenging behaviour, particularly for individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism. Originally developed from observational data in the late 1980s, this approach focuses on understanding how staff and carers can inadvertently trigger behaviours of concern. The aim is to equip learners with practical strategies to manage crises through prevention, de-escalation, and safe interventions.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the historical development and principles of the Low Arousal Approach.
- Be able to describe what behaviours of concern are and their triggers.
- Understand how physiological arousal impacts behaviour and why restraint may escalate stress.
- Learn strategies for crisis intervention, including verbal de-escalation and planned, safe physical management where necessary.
- Know how to support individuals involved, including communication and reflection strategies.
Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the historical development and principles of the Low Arousal Approach.
- Be able to describe what behaviours of concern are and their triggers.
- Understand how physiological arousal impacts behaviour and why restraint may escalate stress.
- Learn strategies for crisis intervention, including verbal de-escalation and planned, safe physical management where necessary.
- Know how to support individuals involved, including communication and reflection strategies.
Modules
Module 1
History of the Low Arousal Approach
Module 2
Key Elements of the Low Arousal Approach
Module 3
Trauma-Informed Behaviour Management Approaches
Module 4
Challenging Behaviour
Module 5
Example Scenarios
Module 6
The link between Arousal and Behaviour
Module 7
Courses & Triggers
Module 8
Possible Consequences of Triggers
Module 9
Supporting Individuals
Module 10
Summary
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course covers the principles of the Low Arousal Approach, understanding triggers, staff influence on behaviour, prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and safe, non-confrontational interventions.
Yes, you will receive a certification upon successful completion of the Low Arousal Training course.
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This course is suitable for healthcare professionals, carers, and support staff working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or behaviours of concern.