COURSE DESCRIPTION
This learning disability awareness training course aims to builds delegates awareness and understanding of learning disabilities. The course will assistn delegates in understanding what it means to have a learning disability and help guide them on ways of supporting service users with learning disabilities.
CERTIFICATION
On completion delegates will be able to demonstrate a much improved knowledge of learning disabilities and their roles and responsibilities when caring for someone with learning disabilities. Delegates will receive a certificate of attendance which is valid for 3 years.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- What do you know about learning disabilities?
- Overview of different learning disabilities
- What effects a learning disability has on the service user and their families
- How to support those with learning disabilities
- The need for clear communication and ensuring it is person centred
- Managing the behaviour of people with learning disabilities
- Positive risk taking and empowering those with learning disabilities
- Written assessment