Reframing Behaviour in the Oudoors with Jon Cree, hosted by Maria Spostranova, GreenWise People, SW London

This 3-day course will unpick theory, look at real life case studies, outdoor activities and chats round the fire! The days will be participatory and crammed full of tips, ideas, and activities that can be used in any natural setting. There will be time and space to consider specific issues that participants may be encountering with specific individuals in their care. If you opt for the accredited option, you have the opportunity of gaining a level 3 accreditation (worth 3 credits) from the OCNWMR (please note that this option requires some assessment via discussion participation and coursework to meet assessment criteria).

This course is for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of ‘behaviour’ expressed by learners (of any age) and how working outdoors within a natural space can be a catalyst for change. Suitable for: Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Early Years Practitioners, Outdoor Educators and Forest School Practitioners, Home School Educators, Play Workers and anyone passionate about working in the outdoors with others.

What do behaviours communicate and what is ‘challenging’/stressed/divergent behaviour’?

• The 3 C’s – Models for working with behaviour

• Why outdoors? – What needs does the natural world cater for?

• Interventions & De- escalation – ways ofworking with behaviour.

• A ‘needs – based’ approach and what needs the outdoors satisfy.

• How to work with various ‘needs’ including neuro-typical, neuro-divergent, through to various ‘attachment’ needs, including ASD, sensory attachments and more!

• A detailed look at brain, body, environment relationships, and interpersonal neurology i.e. up to date

brain and somatic science.

• Self-care – Looking after ourselves

• Working within Educational Settings, including policy & procedures.

For more information and an informal chat - contact Maria via info@greenwisepeople.co.uk // 07737 644 119.