Health & Social Care
Health & Social Care
Sensory Impairment Awareness
Delivery:
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About this course
This online Sensory Impairment Awareness course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to support individuals with sensory impairments effectively. Whether you work in a care home, hospital setting, or community support role, understanding sensory loss is crucial for providing high-quality and inclusive care.
Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the basics of sensory impairment, its prevalence in the UK and how it impacts those with sensory loss or impairment. This course also teaches effective communication strategies to improve your interactions with individuals experiencing sensory loss. This includes practical communication techniques that can bridge the gap for those who struggle with sensory integration and ensure everyone feels heard and understood.
By completing this Sensory Impairment course, you’ll be well-equipped to provide sensitive, effective, and inclusive care for individuals experiencing sensory impairments.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:
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Understanding sensory impairment: Define sensory impairment/sensory loss (including deafness, blindness and deaf-blindness).
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Navigating terminology: Have an awareness of the commonly used terminologies to describe sensory loss.
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Sensory impairment in the UK: Have a knowledge of the statistics relating to blindness, deafness and deaf-blindness in the UK.
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Impact of sensory impairment: Be aware of some of the impact of different sensory losses on the individual.
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Communication strategies: The use of effective communication tactics to improve our interaction with and care for those who have sensory impairments.
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Maximising communication: Tips on how to maximise communication with people who have sensory impairments (including practical communication).
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Environmental adjustments and equipment: The importance of equipment training and environmental adjustment.
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Resources and support: Helpful organisations, equipment, and websites, for those with a sensory impairment.
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Continuing your support journey: Further training opportunities available for carers and other health and social care worker.
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