Sexual Behaviour
Sexual behaviour training helps your team recognise harmful sexual behaviour and support people who display inappropriate sexual behaviour. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Recognise harmful sexual behaviour and support people
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Know relevant legislation
- Understand what sexual behaviours are
- Know when sexual behaviours become harmful
- Recognise signs of sexual abuse
- Know ways to prevent sexual abuse
- Understand what a disclosure is
- Know how to report abuse
- Recognise ways to manage behaviour of concern
- Know some distraction techniques
- Be able to respond appropriately to the needs of residents
- Know ways to support families and communities
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Legislation
- Safeguarding Of Vulnerable Groups Act
- Mental Capacity Act
- Health And Safety At Work Act
- Equality Act
Sexual Behaviour
- What are sexual behaviours?
- Sexual development
- Typical sexual behaviours
- When do sexual behaviours become harmful?
- Perception of abuse
- Rating behaviours
- Risk assessment
Sexual Abuse
- What is sexual abuse?
- Types of sexual abuse
- Signs of sexual abuse
- Preventing sexual abuse
- Building relationships
- Consent
- Personal boundaries
Disclosure
- What is disclosure?
- The procedure following a disclosure
- Reporting abuse
Behaviour of Concern
- Why do residents engage in sexual behaviour?
- Staff response to behaviours
- Mental capacity
- Consenting adults
- Managing stress
Supporting Residents and families
- Responding to the needs of residents
- Supporting families and communities
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Related courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Sexual Behaviour course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. We recommend refreshing every year.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits schools & nurseries, childminders, children’s homes, sports & activity clubs, care settings. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Sexual Behaviour training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our children’s services training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.