Module 2: Causes of Learning Disability

• Factors causing Learning Disability
• Classification of Learning Disability
• Abnormalities in sex chromosomes
• Abnormalities in genes

Module 3: The effects of Specific Learning Difficulties

• Effects on Individuals: How Specific Learning Difficulties impact individuals and those around them, fostering an understanding of the challenges they face.
• Social Attitudes and Impact: How societal attitudes can influence individuals with Learning Difficulties. Identify both strengths and barriers these individuals encounter and how these factors can affect their overall well-being and development.

Module 4: The diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties

• Understand the importance of gaining an early diagnosis and the impact of delayed or non-diagnosis.
• Investigate the diagnosis process and the professionals involved.

Module 5: Supporting individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties

• Understand how to support an individual with a Specific Learning Difficulty in different settings.
• Understand how to overcome barriers to communication
• Understand different coping strategies and assistive technology that can be used to support an individual.
• Understand the roles of professionals in providing support.
• How to address conflicts or dilemmas that may arise between an individual’s rights and the duty of care
• How to respond to complaints

Module 6: The context of Specific Learning Difficulties

• In this module learners will understand how attitudes, legislation and services have evolved over time to support individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
• The participants will outline relevant legislation, polices and guidance and understand how these are implemented to support individuals.
• Legal Framework on Learning Disability: The Mental Health Act 1983; The Disability Discrimination Act 1995; The Human Rights Act 1998; The Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Module 7: Challenging Behaviour of Adults with Learning Disabilities

Discover an escalating approach to improving attendance, develop skills to work collaboratively with parents, conduct effective home visits, chair meetings, and create assessment and action plans for intervention.

• Identifying Challenging Behaviour: This module focuses on recognising and understanding the various activities that may constitute challenging behaviour in adults with learning disabilities.
• Effective Response Strategies: Participants will explore different types of responses, learning how to react appropriately and effectively to address and manage challenging behaviour.
• Root Causes Exploration: The module also delves into the underlying causes of challenging behaviour, providing insights into the factors that contribute to such behaviour.
• Providing Care and Support: Participants will gain practical knowledge on how to provide compassionate care and support, enhancing their ability to assist individuals facing challenging behaviour while ensuring their well-being.

Module 8: Principles of safeguarding and Protecting People with Learning Disabilities

• Know how to recognise signs of abuse
• Know how to respond to suspected or alleged abuse or violence
• Understand the national and local context of safeguarding and protection from abuse
• Understand ways to reduce the likelihood of abuse or violence
• Know how to recognise and report unsafe practices

Module 9: Assessment and Diagnosis of Learning Disability

• Diagnostic Phenomena
• Screening Tools
• Diagnosis of Anxiety
• Panic Disorder
• Agoraphobia
• Social Phobia
• Specific Phobia
• OCD
• Affective Disorders
• Depression
• Schisophrenia
• Dementia

Module 10: Role of the Learning Disability Carer

• Essential Skills: This module highlights the fundamental skills and competencies required to excel in the role of a learning disability carer.
• Key Elements of Quality Care: Participants will explore the critical elements of providing excellent care, emphasising the principles of good caregiving.
• Work Settings: The module also outlines the various workplaces and settings where learning disability carers may operate, offering insights into the diverse environments in which their skills are in demand.

Module 11: Understanding Autism

• Introduction to autism
• Person-centred approach to support
• Communication and interaction
• Sensory processing and perception
• Supporting positive behaviour
• Healthy and fulfilled lives

Module 12: Art Therapy for Children and Adults

• Introduction to Basic Principles of Art Therapy (How did Art Therapy Develop?; The Basic Concepts of Art Therapy; How is Art Therapy Practised? How Art Therapy Works?)
• Creative Therapy (Art Therapy: Two Main Approaches; Principles and Types of Art Therapy; Dance, Drama and Music Therapy; Colour Therapy; Expressive Arts Therapy)
• Art Therapy for Children (Art Therapy and Child Development; Art Therapy vs Play Therapy)
• Art Therapy with Adults (Changes Related to Ageing; How Art Therapy Can Help Adults and Elderly?)
• Playtime (Art Therapy Techniques)

Module 13: On completion of this module you will:

• Understand the importance of diversity, equality and inclusion
• Understand how to work in an inclusive way
• Understand how to raise awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion
• Legislation and codes of practice in relation to inclusive practice

Module 14: A Person-Centred Approaches in Health and Social Care settings

On completion of this module you will:

• Understand person-centred approaches in social care
• Understand how to implement a person-centred approach in social care setting
• Understand the importance of establishing consent when providing care or support
• Understand how to implement and promote active participation
• Understand how to support an individual’s right to make choices
• Understand how to an promote individual’s well-being
• Understand the role of risk assessment in enabling a person- centred approach

Module 15: Health, Safety and Well-Being in Care Settings

On completion of this module you will:

• Understand the different responsibilities relating to health and safety in social care settings
• Understand risk assessments and their importance in relation to health and safety
• Understand procedures for responding to accidents and sudden illness
• Understand how to manage stress
• Understand the relationship between resilience and mental well-being
• Understand how mental well-being can be supported and managed