Module 1: Bridging the Gap Between Healthcare and Social Care for People with a Learning Disability
Module 1: Bridging the Gap Between Healthcare and Social Care for People with a Learning Disability
Date: TBC
Time: 9:30 am – 4: 00 pm
If you would like us to run this programme within your organisation, please email your request to estiacentre@slam.nhs.uk
Aims
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To introduce learners to the systemic challenges faced by people with a learning disability in accessing equitable healthcare and social care, and to explore integrated approaches that promote person-centred, inclusive support.
Target audience
- Healthcare and social care support workers
- Nursing assistants
- Clinicians
- Key workers
- Social workers
- Carers
Learning outcomes
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Define what is meant by a learning disability and recognise how this definition applies in practice when supporting an individual with a learning disability.
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Identify systemic barriers and health inequalities in healthcare and social care.
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Explain the importance of reasonable adjustments and person-centred care.
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Explore collaborative strategies between healthcare and social care sectors.
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Identify and implement ways to work better with others to improve care and support.
Content
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Introduction to learning disability.
Book course
Not for profit organisations in Lambeth, Lewisham or Southwark and SLaM NHS or GSTT NHS staff.
On booking a place on this training programme, you will be directed to Estia Oracle, our new virtual learning environment where you can access workshop information, learning materials and resources. If you would like to book multiple places for this course please email estiacentre@slam.nhs.uk
