This Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) approved training course is designed to equip staff with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to minimise the use of restrictive practices in care, education, and health settings. The course aligns with the RRN Training Standards and promotes a person-centred, ethical approach to managing challenging behaviours while prioritising safety, dignity, and human rights.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for professionals working in environments where restrictive interventions may be used, including:
- Healthcare (e.g., mental health, learning disability services)
- Social care (residential and supported living settings)
- Education (schools and colleges)
- Security and public-facing roles (where conflict management is necessary)
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the legal, ethical, and human rights frameworks related to restrictive practices.
- Recognise the risks associated with restraint and restrictive interventions.
- Develop proactive strategies to prevent and de-escalate challenging situations.
- Apply Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles to reduce the need for physical interventions.
- Gain confidence in responding to crises using the least restrictive and safest approach.
- Foster a culture of safety, dignity, and respect within their workplace.
Course Content:
- Recognise why those in our care can challenge
- Managing conflict
- Risk assessment and personal safety
- Physical intervention and safer holding
- Understand the law and legislation in relation to managing behaviours that challenge and physical interventions in an educational setting
- Post incident care and support
- Recording details of incidents
- Non-restrictive safer holding
- Restrictive safer holding (service dependant)
- How communication and Interpersonal social skills can influence behaviour
Delivery Method:
- Interactive presentations
- Group discussions and case studies
- Practical de-escalation exercises
- Scenario-based learning
- Reflection and action planning
Course Duration
- Typically delivered over two to three days, depending on the level of training required.
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive an RRN approved training certificate, valid for 1 year.
