A-Z of Learning Disability Courses
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Autism (5 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Understand how autism fits on the Autistic Spectrum
- Identify the possible causes of autism and autistic spectrum disorders (ASD)
- Describe the characteristics of autism
- Examine the Triad of Impairments
- Consider the impact of autism and ASD
- Devise plans for working positively with people who have autism
Behaviours that Challenge (3 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Define the term challenging behaviour
- List types of behaviour that may challenge
- Identify factors influencing behaviour
- Explain how communication impacts upon behaviour
- Describe the stages of emotional arousal
- Describe techniques of de-escalation
- Suggest ways of promoting non-challenging behaviour
This course is particularly beneficial when run hand in hand with Positive Communication as a 1 day programme.
Introduction to Learning Disability (3 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Define the term learning disability & explain the continuum
- List & explain the terms commonly used to describe the degree of learning disability
- List the advantages & disadvantages of defining & categorising a person’s learning disability
- List some causes of learning disability
- List the advantages & disadvantages of knowing the cause of a person’s learning disability
- List & explain some of the negative impressions of people with learning disabilities that have been influential in the past & their effect upon people
- Define the term institutionalisation & describe its effects upon individuals
Mental Health in Learning Disability (6 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the difference between mental ill health & learning disability
- Understand ASD
- List vulnerability factors for people who have learning disabilities
- Describe types and symptoms of mental disorders
- Use different measurement tools e.g. HoNOS (LD) and PAS-ADD
- Discuss therapeutic interventions within a multi-disciplinary framework
Positive Communication (3 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Define communication & its purpose
- Explain the factors affecting communication
- Describe how to promote effective communication
- Describe principles/practices relating to confidentiality
- Describe the principles of effective record keeping
Learning Disability and Self Harm (3 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Identify associated conditions
- Discuss the vulnerability factors relating to mental health & Learning Disabilities
- Explore the themes of why people self harm
- Suggest ways of working holistically with people who of self-harm
The training can be designed to meet service requirements in a range of service settings.
Understanding Epilepsy (3 hours)
Learning Outcomes
- Define Epilepsy
- Identify signs and triggers of seizures
- Identify the different types of seizures and describe possible presentation
- Describe different treatments available
- Discuss the possible impact epilepsy has on someone’s life
- Identify the ways in which you can support someone with Epilepsy