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Introduction to Disability Awareness

Description

The aim of this module is to provide the learner with understanding of ‘disability,’ outlining how legislation provides crucial protection for individuals with disabilities or impairments. It also explores the diverse types of disabilities and their impacts.

This module will cover:
  • Exploring the concept of Disability Awareness.
  • Identifying diverse types of impairments and disabilities.
  • Understanding the profound impact of disabilities on daily life.
On completion of this module, learners will be able to:
  • Define the concept of disability and impairments.
  • Recognise the various kinds of disabilities.
  • Explain how the Equality Act 2010 safeguards individuals.
  • Demonstrate supportive measures for individuals with disabilities.
  • Identify exclusions falling under the term ‘Disability’.

Module Structure:

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Aims and Learning Outcomes

TOPIC 1: UNDERSTANDING DISABILITY
Disability Awareness
Case Study – Obesity

TOPIC 2: MOBILITY
Mobility Impairment
Barriers for People with a Disability
Disabilities can affect anyone
Knowledge Check

TOPIC 3: PSYCHOLOGICAL DISABILITY
Psychological Disability
Case Study – Depression
Case Study – Anxiety

TOPIC 4: VISUAL DISABILITIES OR IMPAIRMENTS
Visual Disability
Types of Support Equipment
Case Study – Visual Impairment
Knowledge Check

TOPIC 5: HEARING IMPAIRMENT
Hearing Impairments
Knowledge Check

TOPIC 6: LEARNING DISABILTY
Learning Disability

END OF LEARNING MODULE
End of Learning Module Summary

The learning module plus the assessment module will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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