33 Learning Disability courses in Bath delivered Live Online

Inspiring, interactive and unique 4-hour CPD certified training on Communication and Co-production with Parents/Carers

It is estimated that more than 1.2 million people in the UK are living with a learning disability. Healthcare and social care workers must have an adequate understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities. It is also essential that they listen to the needs, hopes and aspirations of those living with learning disabilities, their careers, friends, and families. An improved knowledge, together with current guidance and best practice recommendations help to improve the care provided to people who have learning disabilities.

What are the aims of this course? What learning disability is and isn't The facts of learning disabilities What barriers people with learning disabilities face Medical barriers Societal barriers How to support people with learning disabilities

This one day course will support teachers and RSE leads in special colleges and special schools with post 16 learners to deliver a meaningful curriculum through the Preparing for Adulthood outcomes. The course will explore key issues for older learners, including how to teach about practical aspects of relationships such as attraction and fancying people, starting relationships, negotiation and consent discussions, and how to keep yourself safe. Participants will leave with increased confidence to develop and deliver a skills-based, rights focused curriculum that will empower learners to be able to navigate their personal lives and relationships with autonomy.   Aim: To develop confidence to create and deliver an age-appropriate, rights based RSE curriculum for young adults with learning disabilities.   Outcomes: Participants will develop understanding of requirements for RSE for older learners, including the statutory guidance and preparation for adulthood outcomes, and how RSE can support independent living consider specific challenges young people with SEND may face in developing relationships and explore practical and creative ways to support relationship skill development explore strategies to address sexualised behaviour, and what to do if a learner begins or wants to masturbate in college   Who is this course for? This one day course is ideal for teachers and RSE leads working in special schools and tutors in colleges with older learners, up to age 25, and beyond.

Introduction to Mental Health and Learning Disability in Primary Care (2-Day Course)This course is designed for Nurse Associates, Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners (NP's), Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENP's), Paramedics, and Pharmacists who aim to enhance their knowledge and skills in mental health and learning disability care within the primary care setting.Day 1: Mental HealthLearning Objectives:1. Understand the concept of mental health and its importance in overall well-being.2. Identify common mental health disorders, their signs, symptoms, and risk factors.3. Explore different approaches to mental health assessment and diagnosis.4. Learn evidence-based interventions for various mental health conditions.5. Develop effective communication skills when interacting with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.6. Gain knowledge of available resources and support systems for mental health.Introduction to Performing Annual Reviews for Mental Health Patients:- Understand the significance of performing annual reviews for individuals with mental health conditions.- Explore the assessment tools and methods required for annual reviews in mental health.- Begin to develop skills in conducting annual reviews for mental health patients.Day 2: Learning DisabilitiesLearning Objectives:1. Define learning disabilities and recognize their impact on individuals' lives.2. Identify common types of learning disabilities, their characteristics, and associated challenges.3. Understand the importance of early detection and screening for learning disabilities.4. Learn strategies for supporting individuals with learning disabilities in various settings.5. Explore the rights and legislation related to individuals with learning disabilities.6. Enhance communication and collaboration skills when working with individuals with learning disabilities.Introduction to Performing Annual Reviews for Learning Disability Patients:- Understand the significance of performing annual reviews for individuals with learning disabilities.- Learn the specific assessment tools and methods required for annual reviews in learning disabilities.- Begin to develop skills in conducting annual reviews for learning disability patients.Join us for this informative and interactive 2-day course via Zoom, led by Dr. Tamara Cunningham, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive care for individuals with mental health and learning disability conditions in a primary care setting.

CPD certified, digital study session, 24-hour postural care training, learning new ways to bring excellence to 24-postural care, focussing on supported lying.

Relationships and sex education for learning disability nurses.

Lorne Power from the Trans Social Work Practitioner Network shares some practical advice for trans-inclusive practice with people with a learning disability and/or autistic people based on their work developing the Brighton and Hove Autism Strategy, their emerging PhD research and their lived experience as a trans social worker in a specialist learning disability team.  Come and join us :)

Inspiring, interactive and unique 4-hour CPD certified training on Communication and Co-production with Parents/Carers

Inspiring, interactive and unique 4-hour CPD certified Communication and Co-production training.