Building Positive Relationships

Building Positive Relationships

Understanding rapport building, positive interactions and therapeutic relationships

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Positive relationships are at the heart of effective therapeutic care, teaching and support.
In this free introductory course, Rhian Thorne explores practical approaches to rapport building, communication, engagement and creating positive learning environments that support meaningful outcomes.
Presented byRhian Thorne
Skybound LearningCourse Overview

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Free Online Course

This course explores the importance of relationship building within therapeutic care, education and support settings.

Using practical examples and accessible teaching, the course introduces key concepts including rapport building, Happy Relaxed and Engaged (HRE), the “5:1” positive interaction ratio, and creating environments where individuals feel safe, motivated and supported.

Topics explored throughout the tutorial include:

  • Building trust and rapport
  • Positive interactions and communication
  • Happy, Relaxed and Engaged (HRE)
  • “Finding the Smile”
  • The 5:1 positive interaction ratio
  • Supporting engagement and learning
  • Creativity within therapeutic support
  • Understanding indices of happiness
  • Maintaining positive therapeutic relationships

This tutorial is suitable for:

  • Support staff
  • Parents and carers
  • Education staff
  • Therapy assistants
  • Behaviour support practitioners

Skybound LearningWhat's Included

Free Online Course

30 Minute Video Tutorial

Certificate on Completion

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Skybound LearningAbout the Presenter

Rhian Thorne is a Consultant Behaviour Analyst and Training Lead at Skybound Therapies.

Rhian supports teams to deliver compassionate, person-centred therapeutic care and staff training focused on improving communication, engagement and quality of life outcomes.

Within this course, Rhian introduces practical approaches to relationship building, positive interactions and creating supportive learning environments.

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