Course curriculum

  • 1

    A message from your instructor

  • 2

    Module 1: Key Principles

    • Lesson 1: Active Support Principles

    • Exercise: meaningful activity

    • Lesson 2: Models of Support

    • Exercise: Engagement

    • Module 1 Quiz
  • 3

    Module 2: Planning Activities and Support

    • Lesson 3: The Importance of Planning Activities

    • Lesson 4: Types of Activity

    • Exercise: Weekly Activity Plans for a Person Supported

    • Lesson 5: Daily Plans for a Group Living Together

    • Module 2 Quiz
  • 4

    Module 3: Maximising Engagement

    • Lesson 6: Overview of Ways to Maximise Engagement

    • Exercise: Thinking in Steps

    • Lesson 7: Using Activity Scripts

    • Lesson 8: Right Level of Support

    • Lesson 9: Providing Encouragement

    • Lesson 10: Using Participation Records

    • Module 3 Quiz
  • 5

    Module 4: Implementing Active Support

    • Putting Active into Practice

    • Handouts for direct support staff and coaches