This course covers and builds on from our learning disability awareness course taking a greater emphasis on supporting and working with individuals with a learning disability. In will entail exploring areas such as communication, behaviour and supporting independence with supporting individuals with tasks of daily living.

• Defining learning disability and what we mean
• Causes and prevalence of learning disability
• Historical context and service design
• Person centred approaches
• Working with and supporting individuals with a learning disability looking at communication, behaviours that may challenge and supporting daily living skills
• Positive risk taking

6hrs

The trainer will carry out an on-going assessment

All delegates will receive a certificate of attendance

The course can be delivered at locations to suit the client or at one of our training venues