Young Leaders’ training – Module D

Module D – Understanding behaviour

Aim: There are a number of reasons why young people behave in certain ways. The aim of this module is to give Explorer Scout Young Leaders (ESYLs) a basic understanding of the different behaviours that young people can display and explores some of the potential reasons underpinning those behaviours. By the end, you should be able to recognise and propose possible strategies for dealing with different behaviours.

Objectives: By the end of this module, you’ll:

• Understand different types of behaviour
• Understand and talk about the causes and triggers underpinning different types of behaviour
• Demonstrate a number of tools or methods that could be used to manage behaviour
• Explain how ESYLs can assist with managing behaviour in the section
• Explain where they can get further assistance, and when to involve adults

Outcome: The benefit of this module helps young leaders recognise behavioural patterns and gives them the skills to help improve behaviour while encouraging proactive learning. This will also help improve their own behaviours picking up patterns in their own personalities and making improvements necessary for personal growth and development.  All skills worthy of any CV.