Positive Behaviour Support Level 2
Supporting People with Learning Disabilities and Autism
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
This intensive one-day course honours Oliver McGowan's memory by ensuring health and social care staff understand autism and learning disabilities, whilst implementing STOMP principles to reduce inappropriate medication use through effective positive behaviour support strategies.
Oliver McGowan Story
Learn from this tragic case that led to mandatory training requirements and understand why this training matters for preventing future tragedies.
STOMP/STAMP Principles
Implement evidence-based approaches to stopping over-medication of people with learning disabilities and autism through positive behaviour support.
Person-Centred Care
Develop skills in understanding behaviour as communication and implementing non-medical interventions that respect individual rights and preferences.
COURSE MODULES
MORNING SESSION
Session 1: Foundations and Legal Framework (9:00-10:30)
- Oliver McGowan Story - understanding why this training matters
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training legal requirements
- STOMP/STAMP Campaign principles and implementation
- Key legislation: Mental Capacity Act, Equality Act, Human Rights Act
- Person-centred approaches and individual rights
- Understanding autism and learning disabilities
Session 2: Understanding Behaviour and Medication Awareness (10:45-12:30)
- Lessons from Oliver McGowan: Communication breakdowns
- STOMP principles: When medication is and isn't appropriate
- Why behaviour happens - communication and unmet needs
- Making every contact count: Recognising distress
- Psychotropic medication risks and side effects
- Functional assessment basics - ABC analysis
- Environmental factors, triggers and sensory considerations
AFTERNOON SESSION
Session 3: Proactive Strategies (1:30-3:00)
- Oliver McGowan principles: Listening to person and family
- STOMP alternatives: PBS as first-line intervention
- Prevention-focused approaches
- Visual supports, structure and routine
- Communication aids (Makaton, PECS, technology)
- Environmental modifications and reasonable adjustments
- Family involvement as partners in care
Session 4: Reactive Strategies and Safety (3:00-4:00)
- Learning from Oliver's experience: When things go wrong
- De-escalation techniques and demonstrations
- Physical intervention principles and BILD standards
- STOMP/STAMP guidelines for PRN medications
- Supporting medication reviews with PBS data
- Post-incident support and learning
Session 5: Implementation and Change (4:15-5:00)
- Writing effective support plans
- STOMP champions: Advocating for non-medical approaches
- Multi-agency working and information sharing
- Oliver McGowan compliance in your workplace
- Action planning and STOMP implementation
- Course evaluation and certification
"This training completely changed how our team approaches challenging behaviour. Understanding Oliver's story and implementing STOMP principles has reduced our reliance on medication and improved quality of life for the people we support. Essential training for anyone working with people with learning disabilities."
PROGRAMME FEATURES
Learning Methods
- Interactive presentations and discussions
- Video examples and case study analysis
- Practical exercises and workshops
- Role-play scenarios and demonstrations
- Group activities and peer learning
- Hands-on practice with visual supports
- Real-world application exercises
STOMP Resources Included
- STOMP leaflets and family guides
- Medication review templates and tools
- Questions to ask healthcare professionals
- Local STOMP champion contact information
- Oliver McGowan training compliance materials
- PBS data collection templates
- Digital resource pack access
Assessment and Certification
- Participation in activities and discussions
- Short reflection worksheet completion
- Action plan development and presentation
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training certificate
- STOMP implementation commitment
- CPD points (7 hours)
- Digital badge for professional profiles
Key Learning Outcomes
- Behaviour is communication, not a medical condition
- PBS should be tried before considering medication
- Understanding medication side effects and interactions
- Working with healthcare professionals on STOMP
- Supporting families to question unnecessary medication
- Using PBS data to evidence medication reduction
- Implementing Oliver McGowan principles in practice
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW
Secure your spot in our Positive Behaviour Support Level 2 course. This essential training fulfils Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training requirements and equips you with practical STOMP implementation skills.
