Key 2 Equality, UK - Deaf Equality Training

Deaf Awareness Training

Aim

The Deaf Awareness training course delivers an understanding of the range of communication tactics used in communicating with D/deaf people. Also, learning about the barriers and discrimination that D/deaf people face in everyday life and about Deaf Culture.

Audience

Any. This Deaf Awareness Training course benefits every organization in creating deaf awareness.

Objectives

How discrimination can limit opportunities.
What actions, can help reduce discrimination.
How deafness and attitudes to deafness affect communication.
How to identify the main groups of D/deaf people, and the methods of communication they use/prefer.
How to demonstrate an ability to use basic communication tactics.
How to identify differences between cultures based on sign language and spoken language
How to understand the potential of Technical Aids to Communications.
Understand Terminology and statistics.

Format

A one day Deaf Awareness Training workshop for a maximum of 16 participants.

Certificates

A certificate of course completion will be issued for use.

Alternative arrangements

A half day Deaf Awareness Training programme, luncheon format or a 2 hour workshop can be provided. Course elements would be shortened accordingly.

Deaf Awareness Training Officer

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For more information about equality legislation, our training & services please contact us at:

Email: key2equality

Tel: 0773 244 1383