AIMS
To be able to provide care and support to people living with a Learning Disability
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Know what Information Governance is
- Know what a Learning Disability is
- Understand the difference between Learning Disabilities and Learning Difficulties
- Know the different levels of Learning Disability
- Recognise some conditions linked to Learning Disabilities
- Know what is meant by a Behaviour of Concern
- Recognise some common reasons for Behaviour of Concern
- Know ways to deal with Behaviour of Concern
- Recognise the need for good communication
- Be aware of some alternative communication methods
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Learning Disabilities / Difficulties
- Terminology
- What is a Learning Disability?
- What Causes Learning Disabilities?
- Learning Disabilities vs Learning Difficulties
- Facts and Statistics
- Health Vulnerabilities
- Difficulty Accessing Mental Health Treatment
Reasons for Behaviour of Concern
- Reasons for Behaviour of Concern
- Sensory Overload
- Break in Routine
- Lack of Control
- Social Imagination
- Boredom
- An Unmet Need
- Distraction Techniques
- Inability to Communicate Effectively
Levels of Learning Disabilities
- Levels of Learning Disabilities
- Mild
- Moderate
- Severe
- Profound
Communication
- Communication Challenges
- Good Communication
- Top Communication Tips
- Alternative Methods of Communication
Conditions Linked to Learning Disabilities
- Summary of Learning Disabilities
Behaviours of Concern
- What is a Behaviour of Concern?
- Examples of Challenging Behaviour
- The Fight or Flight Response
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