Developing Awareness and Communication with Deaf and Deafblind People CACDP Level 1 Certificate

Developing Awareness and Communication with Deaf and Deafblind People, CACDP Level 1 Certificate
CACDP Level 1 Certificate
Summary
This course provides an introduction to, and a basic knowledge of the whole range of deaf and Deafblind issues.
About the Course
The course will include the following:

• Types of deafness and deafblindness
• Deaf and deafblind people†s preferred communication methods
• Acceptable terminology
• Meaning of discrimination
• How to avoid difficulties that affect deaf and deafblind people†s access to communication
• Technical aids
• Language Service Professionals
• The national organisations working with deaf and deafblind people
• Basic skills for communicating with deaf or deafblind people
• Understanding of how and when a range of tactics can be used to communicate with deaf and deafblind people
Course Aims
To provide an introduction to, a basic knowledge of, and communication tactics to use with the whole range of deaf and deafblind people (i.e. deaf, deafened, deafblind, hard of hearing, deaf BSL users, deaf visually impaired, blind hearing impaired and people with congenital deafblindness.)
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
30 minute exam paper and oral questions.
Are there any resources to obtain?
Writing materials and ring binder/folder.
Fees
A Fee: £118.80, B Fee: £ 118.80, C Fee: £10.00
Are there any other costs?
Lunch included
What facilities can be used on this course?
Appropriate classroom.
What next?
Other CACDP courses.
BSL.