Multi-Sensory Impairment Awareness

Multi-Sensory Impairment - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online Multi-Sensory Impairment training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Sensory impairment is when one of the senses; sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste and spatial awareness, is no longer normal. If one wears glasses, they have a sight impairment, and if one finds it hard to hear or have a hearing aid, then they have a hearing impairment.

A person does not have to have a full loss of a sense to be sensory impaired. However, these impairments may affect many aspects of their lives. Our multi-sensory impairment training courses were designed to give learners a broader awareness of these problems so that they are better able to support them.

Entry requirements - no prerequisites required

Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

What is covered in this course?

This online Multi-Sensory Impairment training course covers the following:

• Define sensory impairment/sensory loss (including deafness, blindness and deaf-blindness)
• Have an awareness of the commonly used terminologies to describe the sensory loss
• Have a knowledge of the statistics relating to blindness, deafness and deaf-blindness in the UK
• Have aware of some of the causes of sensory impairment
• Be able to recognise sensory impairment
• Have an awareness of the impact of different sensory losses on the individual
• The use of effective communication tactics to improve our interaction with and care for those who have sensory impairments
• Tips on how to maximise communication with people who have sensory impairments (including practical communication)
• The importance of equipment training and environmental adjustment
• Alternative ways of accessing information relating to sensory impairment
• Helpful organisations, equipment, and websites, for those with a sensory impairment
• Further training opportunities available for carers and other health and social care workers.

Multi-Sensory Impairment - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Course aims and objectives

This online Multi-Sensory Impairment training course aims to improve the awareness of sensory impairments and how best to support people who have these impairments. On completion of this course, caregivers and other health and social care professionals will be able to make positive changes in their workplace.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this online Multi-Sensory Impairment training course, you will:

• Have an awareness of sensory loss.
• Be able to more effectively identify sensory impairment in people you are caring for or treating.
• Become aware of the full range of sensory impairments that may affect patients and service users.
• Be mindful of the terminology used when describing sensory impairments.
• Become aware of some of the needs of individuals who have a sensory impairment.
• Explain why it is essential to promote awareness of sensory loss for individuals.
• Be able to address sensory impairment issues in the workplace with greater confidence.
• Be more effective in communicating with those who have a sensory impairment.
• Have an awareness of the broader services available for people who have a sensory impairment.
• Explain how different agencies can provide opportunities to raise awareness.

Why is this Multi-Sensory Impairment course important?

Sensory impairment is when one of the senses; sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste and spatial awareness, is no longer normal. If one wears glasses, they have a sight impairment, and if one finds it hard to hear or have a hearing aid, then they have a hearing impairment.

A person does not have to have a full loss of a sense to be sensory impaired. However, these impairments may affect many aspects of their lives. Our online Multi-Sensory Impairment training courses were designed to give learners a broader awareness of these problems so that they are better able to support them.

Multi-Sensory Impairment - Online Training Course - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited.

Who is the course for?

This online Multi-Sensory Impairment training course should be completed by those who work in health and social care services, including:

• NHS medical, nursing, AHP and care staff
• Locum doctors and nurses
• Locum allied health professionals (AHPs)
• Agency nurses
• Agency workers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support workers
• Care assistants
• Community services.

For classroom training courses:

• Bring a photo ID (e.g., passport, licence, EU card)
• Wear comfortable clothing

For online courses:

• Access to a computer device, e.g., desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone device

Multi-Sensory Impairment Awareness Level 2 – Online Training Course for NHS, Healthcare & Social Care Support Workers – UK CPD Accredited.

Our online and classroom training courses are suitable for:

• Those who are looking to improve their kno0wledge of the subject area
• Those whose jobs require periodic continuing professional development (CPD)
• Those who need to show evidence as part of their professional registration requirements, e.g doctors, nurses and allied health professionals

Multi-Sensory Impairment Awareness Level 2 Course.

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