Course Description:

This Sensory Disability Awareness training course is designed for carers, healthcare professionals, educators, and support staff to develop an understanding of sensory disabilities, including visual, hearing, and dual sensory impairments. The course provides insights into the challenges faced by individuals with sensory disabilities and practical strategies to provide effective, person-centred support.

Learners will explore the impact of sensory disabilities on daily living, communication, and social interactions. The course also covers assistive technologies, adaptations, and approaches to promoting inclusion, independence, and dignity in care and support settings.

Topics include:

• Understand the different types of sensory disabilities, including visual, hearing, and dual sensory impairments.
• Recognise the challenges and barriers faced by individuals with sensory disabilities in daily life.
• Learn practical strategies to support individuals with sensory disabilities, including communication techniques and environmental adaptations.
• Gain knowledge of assistive technologies and aids that enhance accessibility and independence.
• Develop skills to promote inclusion, dignity, and respect for individuals with sensory disabilities.
• Understand the importance of person-centred care and tailoring support to meet individual needs.
• Learn how to identify and address barriers to participation and engagement for individuals with sensory disabilities.