Learning Disabilities (Moderate) - Developing Functional Communication Strategies

MLD Learning Disabilities (Moderate) Developing Functional Communication Strategies

A Guide for Care Workers and Support Workers

A Learning Disability-Focused Approach for Health and Social Care staff

Presentation (with interactive learning activity scenario and case study), Handout, End of Session Assessment, Trainer Aide Answer Key.

All files editable.

Aims and Objectives:

Overall Aim:To equip staff and learners with practical knowledge and tools to enhance functional communication in individuals with moderate learning disabilities.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the characteristics and communication challenges associated with moderate learning disabilities.

Identify and apply a range of person-centred, functional communication strategies in everyday support contexts.

Reflect on and adapt communication approaches through practical case scenarios and collaborative discussion

Presentation (66 Slides)

Aims and Objectives
Welcome and Session Overview
Learning Objectives
Icebreaker - What Does Communication Mean to You?
Section - Understanding Moderate Learning Disabilities
Moderate Learning Disabilities (MLD)
Impact on Communication
Echolalia
Impact on Daily Life
Section - Functional Communication
What is Functional Communication?
Why it's Important
Forms of Functional Communication
Non Verbal Methods
Role of Support Workers and Key Workers
Barriers to Functional Communication
Key Message
Section - Person Centred Communication Approaches
Using Clear language and Active Listening
Visual Support and Makaton
Adapting Communication Styles to Individuals
Key Message
Section - Scenario Based Interactive Activity
Meet Jake - What's the Barrier?
Activity
Step 1: Identify the Barriers
Activity
Step 2: Suggest Functional Communication Strategies
Key Learning Point
Section - Case Study
Case Study: Amira - Functional Gains Through Strategy
Before Communication Planning
After Communication Strategy Introduced
Outcomes
What Worked
What Didn't Work Initially
Reflections and Lessons Learned
Section - Working in Partnership
Collaboration with Families
Engaging Therapists and Professionals
Communication Passports and Profiles
Sharing Successes and Maintaining Continuity
Key Message
Section - Embedding Communication Strategies in Practice
Everyday Tools: Visual Supports
Everyday Tools: Objects of Reference
Everyday Tools: Routines
Recording and Reviewing Progress
Encouraging Independence and Self Expression
Section - Reflective Practice and Continuous Learning
Supervision and Peer Reflection
Encouraging Curiosity and Responsiveness
Evaluation Tools and Methods
Key Message
Section - Summary and Key Takeaways
Revisit Learning Objectives
Key Takeaways
Resources for Further Learning

Word Documents

Handout

End of Session Assessment

Trainer Aide Answer Key

HSC Training Link
Training Resources for Health and Social Care

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