34 Learning Disability courses in Bushey delivered Live Online

Historical Association webinar series: Making history accessible Presenters: Gemma Hargraves and Sally Lonsdale From a special school perspective, Sally Lonsdale will explore how history is encountered at her school. With secondary students working at Key Stage 1 age related expectations, history is seen as an ‘enriching subject’ with a strong focus on literacy and vocabulary. The session will explore how students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities and those with EHCP outcomes are supported and show how history teaching can be effective and joyful when directed by student experience and interests and focusing on skills rather than specific knowledge. To use your corporate recording offer on this webinar please fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/e/bdNUSwLNrL Image: A Squire "Old English" padlock on a gate latch in Devon (Image: Partonez/Wikimedia Commons)

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

Makaton awareness: Taster session for museums  Wednesday 30 April, 10am-12pm  Are you interested in finding out more about Makaton and learning some useful everyday words to use in your museum?  About this training  According to The Makaton Charity, over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or a way to support speech. This includes young children and people with learning disabilities.   The Makaton Charity explain that, “Makaton is a unique language programme that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable people to communicate. It supports the development of essential communication skills such as attention and listening, comprehension, memory, recall and organisation of language and expression.”  During this virtual introduction session, The Makaton Charity trainer will:  provide general information about Makaton and how it may be used in different settings to support language development and communication, enable attendees to learn approximately 30 useful everyday signs and symbols, alongside 12 more words which have been tailored for museum settings. This virtual training session will be delivered over two hours by The Makaton Charity.  Who should attend?  This training is aimed at staff at museums, galleries and heritage sites who are interested in making their organisations more welcoming to Makaton users. 

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.

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

Relationships and sex education for learning disability nurses.

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

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