Level 2 Supporting People With Learning Disabilities e-Learning Course

Course Type: e-Learning Training Courses for the Workplace

Overview

A learning disability affects how a person understands information and communicates. Around 1.5 million people in the UK have one. This means they can have difficulty understanding new or complex information, learning new skills or coping independently.

This course takes 30-45 minutes to complete. It comprises a mixture of engaging activities. Once the course is completed, you will be asked to complete a multiple-choice assessment. You will be given a certificate to acknowledge the passing of the course.

Objectives

• Define what is meant by the term learning disability
• Describe some of the barriers faced by people with a learning disability 
• Discuss some possible causes of learning disability
• Describe some of the other issues people with a learning disability may face
• Discuss the guidance and legislation supporting people with a learning disability 
• Describe how to manage support for individuals you support.

See also our level 3 course Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities Train the Trainer.