Enhancing the Safety and Wellbeing of Persons in Care and Custody Online PGCert

Program Overview

The Enhancing the Safety and Wellbeing of Persons in Care and Custody Online PGCert equips individuals with an in-depth understanding of challenging behaviors and their management. Delivered by Queen Mary University of London, the program utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach and cutting-edge research to foster leadership skills and expertise in service management and personnel development within care and custody settings. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in leadership, physical intervention and restraint training, research, policy, and advocacy roles related to safety and well-being.

Program Outline

Enhancing the Safety and Wellbeing of Persons in Care and Custody Online PGCert

Degree Overview:

• Objectives:
• The program equips individuals with an in-depth understanding of the causes, antecedents, prevention, management and recovery from challenging and violent behaviours.
• It fosters leadership skills and expertise in service management and personnel development within the context of care and custody.
• It promotes the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved in these complex and vital environments.
• Program Description:
• Developed and delivered by Queen Mary University of London in collaboration with leading experts from the field, the program provides a unique and enriching learning experience.
• It utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach drawing on insights from psychology, criminology, medicine, law, the social sciences, physical interventions, restraint techniques and trauma-informed best practices.
• The program embraces innovation and cutting-edge research in the field.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Covers a comprehensive range of topics including:
• The psychological and behavioral aspects of escalation and challenging behavior
• Trauma-informed approaches to care and engagement
• Risk assessment and management strategies
• The legal and ethical frameworks governing intervention and restraint
• Effective communication and de-escalation techniques
• The design and implementation of trauma-informed environments
• The impact of physical interventions and restraint on individuals and organizations
• Leadership and organizational development strategies for promoting safety and well-being
• Program Structure:
• Delivered in four modules over a one-year timeframe.
• Each module is delivered through:
• Online learning resources (e.g., videos, readings, quizzes)
• Weekly live online tutorials
• Interactive discussion forums
• Students are expected to dedicate approximately 6-8 hours per week to their studies.
• Course Schedule:
• Begins in September 2024.
• The start date may vary depending on enrollment levels.
• Individual Modules:
• Module 1: Fundamentals of Research
• Focuses on equipping students with the essential research skills required for their academic studies.
• Covers topics such as how to read and critically appraise academic literature, how to conduct research, and how to write research proposals.
• Module 2: Behavioural Assessment, Consideration and Behavioural Interventions for those in Care and Custody
• Provides students with a sound understanding of the psychological and behavioural backgrounds to escalation and challenging behaviour.
• Covers frameworks for understanding and assessing challenging behaviour, and explores contemporary theoretical considerations and relevant research findings.
• Introduces effective behavioral interventions that promote safety and well-being within care and custody settings.
• Module 3: The Subject's Experience
• Explores the experiences of individuals in care and custody from a broad range of organizations and institutions.
• Considers the impact of policies, processes, working arrangements and education on the experience of those in care and custody.
• Module 4: Physical Intervention and Restraint
• Provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of violence, aggression and other challenging behaviours in various sectors.
• Examines how risk is assessed and managed in these contexts, drawing on leading UK and other international practices.
• Explores the ethical and legal considerations of physical interventions and restraint techniques.
• Provides students with practical skills and knowledge related to different physical intervention and restraint methods.

Assessment:

• Assesses student learning in a variety of ways, including:
• Online quizzes and assessments
• Written assignments
• Group projects
• Oral presentations

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Utilizes interactive and engaging online learning methods.
• Weekly live online tutorials allow students to engage in meaningful dialogue with faculty and peers.
• Group projects and assignments foster collaborative learning and teamwork skills.
• Faculty:
• Led by Dr. Julia Renton (Lecturer, Enhancing the Safety and Wellbeing of Persons in Care and Custody) and Mr. Eric Baskind (Programme Lead, Enhancing the Safety and Wellbeing of Persons in Care and Custody).
• Features a team of experienced and passionate professionals, who are active researchers and leaders in the field.
• Unique Approach:
• Emphasizes active learning and practical application of knowledge.
• Provides students with opportunities to engage in real-world scenarios through case studies and simulations.
• Encourages students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Careers:

• Completes the program well-prepared for a range of careers, including:
• Leadership roles within care and custody settings
• Physical intervention and restraint training specialists
• Researchers and academics in the field
• Policy and advocacy roles related to safety and well-being