Course Overview

This is a half day classroom-based training session for those who are working (or going to work) with children and adults with learning disabilities in the home, classroom or residential environment. The course features a range of group work, activities including role play and discussions to enhance learner skill development. This training session can be accessed via a link and is accessible from a range of devices including IOS and Android platforms.

This course offers a blended learning approach including a short scenario, a workbook, infographics and a classroom style training session.

Aims & Objectives

• Explain what is meant by the term learning disability
• Identify different levels of learning disabilities
• Explain different communication strategies used by people with learning disabilities
• Identify how work practices need to be adjusted in order to meet the needs of people with learning disabilities

Course Audience

Psychologists, Teachers, Speech Therapists, Learning Support Assistants, Residential Social Workers, Health Care Workers, Social Care Workers, Support Centre Practitioners, Youth Workers, Support Worker, Nursing Staff, Children’s Residential Care Workers, Education workers.

Course Duration

3 hours

This course is accredited by Advantage Accreditation.