About this course and module contents
Back on Track is an online course designed to support parents, carers and professionals to understand and respond to behaviours of concern using Positive Behaviour Support.
All parents and carers experience challenges with their child’s behaviour at times. For some families, these challenges can feel more intense and may impact everyday activities such as going out in the community or attending early learning or school. Sometimes behaviour may be unsafe or affect the wellbeing of the child or others. This course is designed for families who may feel they have “tried everything” and are looking for practical, evidence‑based support.
The course introduces Positive Behaviour Support in a clear and practical way, helping you understand why behaviour happens and how to respond in ways that support your child’s development and wellbeing.
This course was developed to support families to build confidence, work in partnership with their therapist, and create positive change in everyday life.
By completing this course, you will be able to:
Some content and resources may also be useful for:
- Early childhood professionals
- Allied health professionals
- Early childhood intervention practitioners
- Educators and professionals working with children and families
Course features
- 12 video lessons
- Short introductory videos, with longer modules exploring Positive Behaviour Support in greater depth
- Practical strategies and examples that can be used in everyday family life
- Opportunities to reflect and apply ideas alongside your therapist
- Self‑paced learning that allows you to move through the course at a pace that suits your family
Estimated completion time: approximately 1 hour, with additional time for worksheets. The total time may vary depending on how you engage with the material and any reflection or practice activities you choose to complete. Worksheets include observation and reflection activities for parents and carers to complete with or about their child. These can be completed at your own pace and revisited at any time.
Using this resource
Back on Track is designed to be completed alongside the support of your therapist. Working together can help you apply the ideas and strategies in ways that are meaningful for your child and family.
The course is self‑paced, so you can pause, revisit and reflect on the content at any time. You may choose to work through the modules in order or focus on the sections most relevant to your current needs.
Acknowledgments
Authors: Daniel Rose and Maryam Roghani (contribution by other staff members)
Video and postproduction: Amos Wong and Giulia Tronci
Presenters: Daniel Rose and elise Benjamin
Illustrations: Mana Ciuffardi
Device compatibility, copyright, and disclaimer
The e‑learning experience may vary depending on your device, browser and browser version. For the best learning experience, please ensure you are using the latest software and browser version.
Copyright statement
This course has been designed as a resource with elements that may be copied, amended and used by readers. Copyright restrictions only apply where the use of the material results in a financial advantage.
Disclaimer
Plumtree Children’s Services, and any organisation or entity that provides financial support for producing this e‑learning program and associated documentation, cannot be held liable for any error or omission in its contents, or for any damages arising from its supply, performance or use. No warranties are made, either expressed or implied.
While every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this e‑learning program, the content should be regarded as a guideline only. Outcomes will vary depending on the child’s circumstances and the parent or carer. Further consultation with a professional may be required.
© Plumtree Children’s Services 2024
