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  • Introduction to Learning Disability in Children and Young People

    Created: 13/09/2017
    News/Events Category: Training and Learning


    When: 10am - 12.30pm, Wednesday 01 November 2017
    Where: Playfield Institute, Stratheden Hospital, Cupar, KY15 5RR
    This event is being organised by NHS Fife
    This particular event is free to attend, so no payment is required.


    It is too late to book a place for this particular session, sorry about that.

    This course is designed to help you gain an understanding of learning disability as a diagnosis. They will consider causes, development and support needs in a general sense, and also clarify the different terminology used, which can cause confusion.

    The aim of the course is to:

    • increase awareness and understanding of learning disability
    • training methods PowerPoint presentation and group discussions
    • learning outcomes

    At the end of this course, you'll be able to describe:

    • what a learning disability is;
    • what causes a learning disability;
    • the implications of having a diagnosis of learning disability.

    This course is suitable for anyone working with children and young people and interested in finding out about learning disability.

    For more information and to apply for a place, please visit their website. 


    Contact: Emma George
    Phone: 01334 696257
    E-mail: [email protected]
    For more information visit this weblink


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