Hastings SEND Behaviour & De escalation Course. 21st, 22nd, 23rd April

Delivered by Differences Not Disabilities

A practical, supportive course designed for parents and carers of children and young people with additional needs, autism, ADHD, or challenging behaviour.

Across three days you will learn how to understand behaviour, reduce meltdowns, and confidently support your child at home and in the community. This is not teaching you to suck eggs. It is real world guidance used every day by experienced SEND practitioners.

What we cover

• Why behaviour happens and what your child is communicating

• Preventing escalation before it becomes a crisis

• De escalation techniques that actually work

• Emotional regulation and co regulation

• Creating safer routines, boundaries, and expectations

• Supporting anxiety, transitions, and sensory needs

• Looking after yourself as a parent too

Day 3 includes a carefully taught physical intervention workshop. You will learn safe, last resort safety techniques for situations where a child may harm themselves, others, or property. These are gentle, protective strategies focused on safety and restraint reduction, taught slowly and with full support.

Course details

3 days

10am to 2pm each day

Final day includes practical physical interventions

This course is about giving parents confidence, understanding, and tools you can use immediately. You will leave knowing what to do, not just what should happen.

Small group setting. Questions encouraged. No prior knowledge needed.

Delivered by Differences Not Disabilities SEND specialists.