About this course

This course provides a detailed understanding of learning disabilities, focusing on recognising and addressing the emotional, social, and practical challenges faced by individuals with these disabilities. It includes real-life case studies to illustrate the issues and solutions. The course highlights the importance of promoting positive attitudes, making necessary adjustments in care, and ensuring access to healthcare services to improve the quality of life for individuals with learning disabilities.

Learning objectives

• Recognise how someone may feel if they have learning disabilities.

• Discover how positive attitudes towards those with learning disabilities will improve the care and support they receive.

• Identify adjustments that might need to be made to the way care and support is provided if someone has learning disabilities.

• Discover how to support individuals with learning disabilities in accessing healthcare.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to recognise the signs and feelings associated with learning disabilities.

• Understand the impact of positive attitudes on the care and support of individuals with learning disabilities.

• Know how to make necessary adjustments in care to accommodate individuals with learning disabilities.

• Be equipped to support individuals with learning disabilities in accessing and benefiting from healthcare services.

This course is suitable for

• Healthcare professionals who provide care and support to individuals with learning disabilities.

• Caregivers and support workers working in residential or community settings.

• Educators and trainers involved in special education or support services.

• Anyone interested in understanding and supporting individuals with learning disabilities.