Sensory Loss
Sensory loss training helps your team recognise the signs of vision and hearing loss. They learn to respond with effective communication, environmental adaptations and timely referrals, in line with current NICE guidance and UK legislation. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Recognise sensory loss and respond effectively
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Recognise the signs of vision and hearing loss
- Understand the impact of sensory loss on daily life
- Know the key legislation protecting people with sensory loss
- Identify common eye conditions and when to refer
- Identify common causes of hearing loss and when to refer
- Use practical communication techniques for vision loss
- Use the sighted guide technique safely
- Use practical communication techniques for hearing loss
- Understand the safety implications of changes in taste, smell and touch
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Understanding sensory loss
- What is sensory loss?
- The impact on daily life
Vision loss and eye conditions
- Common eye conditions
- Recognising the signs
- Referral timescales
Supporting people with vision loss
- Communication techniques
- Sighted guide technique
- Adapting the environment
Hearing loss
- Types of hearing loss
- Recognising the signs
- Earwax & referral guidance
Supporting people with hearing loss
- Communication techniques
- Hearing aids & assistive devices
- British Sign Language
Taste, smell and touch
- Changes in taste & smell
- Touch, pain & safety
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These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team. This course is theory-based, so we can also deliver it virtually over Zoom if that suits your team better.
How long is the Sensory Loss course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. We recommend refreshing every year.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, complex home care, special schools & SEN settings, children’s complex care, hospitals & clinics, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Sensory Loss training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our specialist training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.