The Oliver McGowan mandatory training on learning disability and autism tier 2 - Learning and Development courses

Course Title	The Oliver McGowan mandatory training on learning disability and autism tier 2
Course Information	Learning disability session summary (morning): This session is aimed at people with responsibility for providing care and support for people with a learning disability and is designed to introduce and develop delegates’ awareness of learning disability. Oliver’s training is about awareness and understanding and does not include training about treatments or specific interventions. It will give staff the right knowledge and skills to ensure people with a learning disability have positive health and social care interactions. It is co-designed and co-delivered by people with a learning disability, family carers and subject matter experts. It includes face-to-face delivery and blended learning approaches. This Tier 2 course of The Oliver McGowan mandatory training on learning disability and autism reflects the learning outcomes set out in “right to be heard” (DHSC, 2019) and capabilities 1–4 in the core capabilities Framework for supporting people with a learning disability. Autism session summary (afternoon): This session provides an in-depth introduction to autism, building upon knowledge that delegates have gained from completing the eLearning course and online interactive session. The session explores what autism is, different characteristics within the three areas of difference and supportive approaches. The importance of listening to autistic people and their families and carers is discussed throughout the session. Finally, there are references to legislation and how this guides our work. At the end of the training sessions, the learners will: Understand why autism is described as an invisible condition. Reflect on their own values and beliefs. Recognise potential differences, strengths and challenges for autistic people. Identify potential triggers for anxiety. Identify reasonable adjustments and ways to adapt their practice. Be familiar with legislation and resources for inclusive enabling services.
Course length	1 day
Target group	Those working closely with children with special needs such as autism.
Learning pathway	The Oliver McGowan mandatory training on learning disability and autism (available via e-learning) must be attended before enrolling onto this course.
Dates	Thursday 21 November 2024 9am to 4.30pm Thursday 28 November 2024 9am to 4.30pm Thursday 5 December 2024 9am to 4.30pm Thursday 12 December 2024 9am to 4.30pm Thursday 19 December 2024 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 8 January 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 15 January 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 22 January 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 29 January 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 5 February 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 12 February 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 26 February 2025 9am to 4.30pm Tuesday 4 March 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 12 March 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 19 March 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 26 March 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 2 April 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 9 April 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 16 April 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 23 April 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 30 April 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 7 May 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 14 May 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 21 May 2025 9am to 4.30pm Wednesday 28 May 2025 9am to 4.30pm
Venue	Brunswick House Strand Close Hull HU2 9DB
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How to apply	Hull City Council Staff Log on to OLM (Oracle Learning Management System) to enrol. External to Hull City Council Complete the online application form (opens in a new window).

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