Tourette’s Syndrome
Tourette’s syndrome training gives your team a greater understanding of the condition. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Understand Tourette’s syndrome
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Be aware of the causes of Tourette Syndrome
- Be aware of the disorders that may present alongside Tourette Syndrome
- Recognise common simple and complex tics
- Understand how tics are proceeded by premonitory urge
- Know how tics may be suppressed
- Understand how Tourette Syndrome is diagnosed and treated
- Be aware of how Tourette Syndrome can progress
- Recognise how Tourette Syndrome can be considered a disability
- Know ways to support those with Tourette Syndrome through interviews and employment
- Understand how to make reasonable adjustments for those with Tourette Syndrome
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Introduction to Tourette Syndrome
- What is Tourette syndrome?
- Who develops Tourette Syndrome?
- Causes
- Associated disorders
Tics
- Simple tics
- Complex tics
- Progression of Tourette syndrome
- Premonitory urges and triggers
- Controlling tics
Diagnosis and Treatment
- Diagnosing Tourette syndrome
- Treatment
- Prognosis
Tourette’s and Employment
- Disability awareness
- The Equality Act 2010
- Effects of workplace discrimination
- Providing support in the workplace
- Interviewing somebody with Tourette syndrome
- Organising reasonable adjustments
- Communication
- Awareness
Discrimination
- Direct discrimination
- Indirect discrimination
- Victimisation
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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.
How long is the Tourette’s Syndrome 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, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Tourette’s Syndrome 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 neurological training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.