Transforming Own Behaviour in Conflict
This element explores how personal behaviours can undermine a supportive environment in health and social care settings, focusing on the transformation of habitual responses during conflict. It examines the influence of past experiences and core beliefs on automatic reactions, and the costs and gains of such patterns. Learners develop self-awareness and strategies to exercise choice over their behaviour, fostering more positive outcomes.
Assessment criteria
Topic Overview
The Ascentis Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health and Social Care provides a foundational understanding of the health and social care sector. This qualification is designed for students who are new to the field and covers essential topics such as the roles of care workers, the importance of communication, and the principles of safeguarding. It is an ideal starting point for those considering a career in health and social care or progressing to further study at Level 2.
Studying this certificate helps students develop key skills and knowledge needed to support individuals in various care settings, including residential homes, hospitals, and community care. The course emphasizes person-centred care, equality and diversity, and the importance of maintaining confidentiality. By the end of the course, students will understand how to promote the well-being of individuals and work effectively as part of a care team.
This qualification fits into the wider subject of Health and Social Care by providing a solid base for more advanced topics such as anatomy and physiology, mental health, and specific care needs. It also prepares students for practical work experience and helps them build confidence in interacting with service users, families, and other professionals.
Key Concepts
Core ideas you must understand for this topic
- →Person-centred care: Treating each individual as a unique person, respecting their preferences, needs, and values, and involving them in decisions about their care.
- →Communication: Using verbal and non-verbal methods effectively to build trust, understand needs, and provide clear information to service users and colleagues.
- →Safeguarding: Protecting individuals from harm, abuse, and neglect by following policies, reporting concerns, and promoting a safe environment.
- →Equality and diversity: Ensuring everyone has equal access to care and is treated fairly regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
- →Confidentiality: Keeping personal information private and only sharing it with appropriate people when necessary, in line with data protection laws.
Learning Objectives
What you need to know and understand
- Understand the kinds of behaviours that can hinder a trusting and supportive atmosphere., Understand the concept of being labelled and how it may impact behaviour., Understand the concept of habitual behaviours., Understand the costs and gains of habitual behaviours., Understand how past events may influence the development of habitual behaviours., Understand the concept of core beliefs about oneself and the impact on behaviour., Understand the concept of choice over habitual behaviours.
Assessment Criteria
Key criteria assessors look for in your portfolio
- Award credit for demonstrating an understanding of how labelling can impact a person's behaviour and self-perception.
- Award credit for identifying examples of habitual behaviours and explaining the associated costs and gains.
- Award credit for reflecting on past events and core beliefs, linking them to current behaviour choices.
- Award credit for providing practical strategies to exercise choice and transform habitual conflict behaviours.
Assessment Guidance
Guidance for achieving higher grades
- 💡In assignments, use specific, personal examples of conflict situations to illustrate transformation of behaviour.
- 💡Clearly distinguish between the concepts of cost and gain when analysing habitual behaviours.
- 💡Reference the care values of respect and dignity when discussing how changing behaviour supports a trusting atmosphere.
- 💡When describing core beliefs, link them explicitly to observable behaviour patterns and potential for change.
- 💡Use real-life examples to illustrate your answers. For instance, when explaining person-centred care, describe a scenario where a care worker adapts a meal plan to suit a service user's cultural preferences.
- 💡Always link your answers to key principles such as dignity, respect, and independence. Examiners look for evidence that you understand the values underpinning care.
- 💡Read questions carefully—if it asks for 'two ways', give exactly two distinct points. Avoid listing more than required as it can lead to errors or irrelevant information.
Common Mistakes
Common errors to avoid in your coursework
- Students often confuse labelling with simple stereotyping, failing to recognise the profound impact on self-identity.
- A common error is viewing habitual behaviours as fixed personality traits rather than learned patterns that can be changed.
- Learners may overlook the role of core beliefs, attributing behaviour solely to external triggers.
- Misinterpreting 'choice' as simply deciding to behave differently without acknowledging the need for self-reflection and practice.
- Misconception: Health and social care is only about helping elderly people. Correction: The sector supports people of all ages, including children, adults with disabilities, and those with mental health conditions.
- Misconception: Communication is just talking to service users. Correction: Communication includes listening, body language, written records, and adapting your approach to meet individual needs (e.g., using sign language or easy-read materials).
- Misconception: Confidentiality means never sharing information. Correction: Information can be shared with the care team or authorities if there is a risk of harm, but only on a need-to-know basis and with the individual's consent where possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions students ask about this topic
Pass / Merit / Distinction Evidence Checklist
How your portfolio evidence is graded for ASCENTIS Transforming Own Behaviour in Conflict
Every vocational unit is marked against named criteria rather than an exam percentage. Your tutor's brief lists the exact codes for this unit — here is what each band is asking you to do.
Demonstrate baseline knowledge, accurate terminology, and core practical application.
Provide detailed analysis, structured explanations, and clear workplace reasoning.
Deliver thorough evaluation, original problem solving, and fully justified recommendations.
Before You Start
Prior knowledge that will help with this topic
- •No formal prerequisites are required for this Level 1 certificate, but a basic understanding of English and maths is helpful for reading and writing assignments.
- •An interest in helping others and a willingness to learn about care values will support your success.
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Key Terminology
Essential terms to know
- Understand the kinds of behaviours that can hinder a trusting and supportive atmosphere., Understand the concept of being labelled and how it may impact behaviour., Understand the concept of habitual behaviours., Understand the costs and gains of habitual behaviours., Understand how past events may influence the development of habitual behaviours., Understand the concept of core beliefs about oneself and the impact on behaviour., Understand the concept of choice over habitual behaviours.
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