Course Content

Step into a new era of early childhood education with our transformative professional development course on responsive behavior guidance. Perfect for both new and experienced educators, this course is your guide to understanding and positively influencing children's behavior in a way that is respectful, relational, and deeply effective. We’ll embrace a responsive, rights-based approach that sees behaviour as powerful communication and views every single behavioural moment as a valuable learning opportunity. You’ll discover an understanding of the core theories, principles, and purpose of responsive behavioural guidance in early childhood, from birth right through to six years of age. Together, we’ll explore why it matters so profoundly for the emotional well-being, identity, and holistic development of every young child. This course is where knowledge becomes confident, intentional practice. You'll gain a deep understanding of core theories and practical strategies, empowering you to confidently navigate challenging moments, build stronger relationships, and create a supportive environment where every child feels seen, heard, and understood.

  • Module 1: Core theories, principles and purposes of responsive behaviour guidance in early learning.

    In this module we will cover the definition of responsive behavioural guidance, and how it differs from traditional ideas of discipline or behaviour management. Along with why responsive behavioural guidance matters for the emotional wellbeing, identity, and development of young children. Finally we will look at the foundational theories that shape our approach as early childhood educators in relation to behavioural guidance.

  • Module 2: Guiding with Purpose: Aligning Behavioural Guidance with Frameworks.

    In this module we will cover how to align behavioral guidance practices with key frameworks, including the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0, the National Quality Standard (NQS), and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).

  • Module 3: Practical Strategies for Responsive Behaviour Guidance.

    In this module we will cover how to apply a range of proactive and responsive behaviour guidance strategies tailored to different age groups (infants, toddlers, preschoolers), to support children's emotional development. Along with exploring effective responsive behaviour guidance tools and techniques that are developmentally appropriate, foster positive relationships, and are integrated into everyday interactions. And finally empower educators to move from theoretical understanding to confident, intentional practice in their behavioral guidance approaches.

Course curriculum

    1. Module 1

    2. Responsive Behaviour Guidance in the Early Years Course Workbook

    1. Module 2

    1. Module 3

    1. Quiz

About this course

  • $99.00
  • 5 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Presenter

Simone Brand

Simone is the founder of Learn Play Thrive, bringing an incredible depth of knowledge and experience from her 15-year career in early childhood education. This includes eight years dedicated to meticulously planning, developing, and operating two 130-place Early Learning Centres from the ground up on the NSW Central Coast. Her extensive background spans roles as an educator, room leader, Educational Leader, Nominated Supervisor, primary school teacher, centre developer, owner, and Approved Provider. Driven by a passion for continuous improvement, Simone's vision is to cultivate confident, happy children with a strong love for learning. Bach. of Education (birth-primary), Adv. Dip. of Community Sector Management, Dip. of Children Services, Cert. of Child Psychology, Dip. of Counselling, Cert. of Leadership & management, Cert. IV of Training & Assessment & Dip. of Performing Arts

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