Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilites

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Around 1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability. An understanding of signs and symptoms of various conditions is essential for anyone working with individuals with learning disabilities.

WHY CHOOSE RUNWAY?

  • You will gain a internationally recognised qualification
  • Instalment plans available
  • Flexible online learning
  • Our staff are experienced managers from range of backgrounds that will support your learning journey every step of the way
  • University of Cambridge
  • Vision Express
  • Reed
  • Youngs

Course Information

Course Overview

Around 1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability. Owing to the fact that they are likely to find it more difficult than others to describe their symptoms, a good knowledge of legislation and the healthcare system, as well as an understanding of signs and symptoms of various conditions, is essential for anyone working with individuals with learning disabilities.

Benefits

  • Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
  • Evidence your competency to employers
  • Improve your understanding of the term ‘learning disability’
  • Further your personal and professional development
  • Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college
  • Understand the importance of safeguarding individuals from abuse

What will I study?

  • Unit 1 – Understanding the Context of Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities
  • Unit 2 – Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care
  • Unit 3 – Introduction to Personalisation in Social Care
  • Unit 4 – Principles of Positive Risk-Taking for Individuals with Disabilities
  • Unit 5 – Introductory Awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions
  • Unit 6 – Principles of Supporting Individuals with a Learning Disability to Access Healthcare

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