Deafblind Studies Learning Opportunities 2015
The online version of the Deafblind Studies programme will go live mid May 2015. After a successful pilot, this newly developed version of the course makes a wider range of learning opportunities available in order to meet the needs of a broader group of professionals who support deafblind people to lead the lives they would wish to lead.
Suitable for those seeking a first professional qualification, continuing professional development or underpinning knowledge for sensory related units as part of an SVQ3 or Health and Social Care Diploma (L3/5), you can undertake:
- The Certificate in Deafblind Studies (one year of part time study)
- The Certificate and The Diploma in Deafblind Studies (two years of part time study)
- Individual or combinations of credit rated modules to meet specific training requirements.
The programme is designed for staff members who work with deafblind people in a range of support roles. It can also help to develop excellent professional knowledge for those working with people who are d/Deaf, hard of hearing, blind or partially sighted, have learning difficulties and/or communication support needs.
This eight module course (Open University credit rated and recognised across the UK) explores congenital and acquired deafblindness across the age range and builds in-depth knowledge of deafblindness; communication; movement, mobility and orientation; and public policy.
Year One - The Certificate in Deafblind Studies – is designed to build in-depth, foundational knowledge of: deafblindness; communication; movement, mobility & orientation; and public policy.
Year Two - The Diploma in Deafblind Studies - extends this learning, focusing on assessment, service development and service delivery.
For full costs and further details about the content visit: www.deafblindstudies.org.uk
or contact the Course Director, Gerard Swan (Mon-Thurs only) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or 07941 531931.
