Understanding the Multi-Sensory Concept
A practical 'hands on ' course to learn everything you need to
know to get the most out of a multi-sensory environment
This is our
most popular workshop and our programme for this day covers the whole of
the UK throughout the year.
Course timings: 10am -
3.30pm
Course code: A
Trainers: Course
led by two trainers from our experienced bank
Find out:
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What the multi-sensory concept is, how to use it and who can benefit
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What equipment you need and how to use it
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How to set up a new multi-sensory environment without breaking your
budget
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How to get the most out of your existing multi-sensory facility
Outcomes of the Course:
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A greater understanding of how to apply multi-sensory principles
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Practical knowledge of the equipment and the confidence to use it
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New ideas you can take away and use the next day
Aim To provide carers with an understanding of the
multi-sensory concept and to consider its application with different
client groups
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To develop confident and safe use of the equipment through 'hands-on'
experience
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To provide those planning a sensory environment with the knowledge to
proceed with confidence
Who should attendService Managers, Occupational
Therapists, Physiotherapists, Care Workers, Special Needs Teachers,
Learning Support Assistants, Classroom Assistants, Child Development
Officers, Speech & Language Therapists, Carers of the Elderly, Mentally
infirm and all those involved in the fields of Learning Disabilities,
Physical Disabilities, Rehabilitation, Brain Injury, Dementia,
Alzheimer's, Sensory Impairment and Challenging Behaviour.
Content
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Creating the correct environment
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Using the effects projector
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Create your own effects
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Interactive light and sound
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Bubble tubes
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Fibre optics effects
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Smell
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Ultra violet light
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Switching
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Massage mattress
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Planning a person centred, multi-sensory programme
Cost of course (includes lunch, refreshments and
supporting notes)
£165 (ex Vat) Mainland UK
