Course: Supporting a child with a VI in an early years’ setting (mobility)

Course run by specialist staff from the Sensory Service, Habilitation Team

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Training Course Outline

Title   

 Supporting a child with a visual impairment in an early years’ setting to get moving safely and independently; developing mobility skills

Description of training

You will learn about….

 

  • Basic sighted guide technique
  • Pre-cane skills
  • Orientation around a setting
  • Knowledge of infant movement development including kinaesthetic sense and proprioception
  • Supporting a child who is using a long cane
     

The training will be practical and require active participation.

Suitable for

 Any person who works with or supports a young child with a visual impairment

Delivered by

 Senior Habilitation Officer and Habilitation Officer

Date/s, times and venue

   

       

The course runs for one full-day on either of the following dates:

 

Monday 29 January 2018

0930-1600 hours

Priestley Room, Margaret Macmillan Tower

 

To book by 15 January 2018

 

OR

 

Wednesday 31 January 2018

0930–1600 hours

Brigg Meeting Room, Keighley Town Hall

To book by 17 January 2018

Refreshments

 Lunch is provided plus drinks on arrival, mid-morning and with lunch

Price

£105 per person

 
Action

Published: 15/12/2017
Audience: Any person who works with or supports a young child with a visual impairment
Contact: Tracey Wright

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