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I am licenced to deliver the following courses from the Makaton Communication Programmes. If you wish to ask any questions or find out more, please contact me.
I am licenced to deliver the following courses from the Makaton Communication Programmes. If you wish to ask any questions or find out more, please contact me.
Core Makaton Levels
Level 1
Level 1 Workshop is the starting point for your Makaton journey. It is recommended for people who need to use Makaton at home or in their work, to develop the communication skills of others.
This training can be delivered over a full day or two half-days.
Level 2
The Level 2 Workshop builds on topics learnt from Level 1 training including; people, food, activities, objects and events. New vocabulary will also be introduced which is ideal for the school environment and work places.
This training can be delivered over a full day or two half-days.
Level 3
The Level 3 Workshop builds on topics such as; people, activities, events and objects. New vocabulary will also be introduced which are ideal for personal development; feelings, interests, community and, thinking and knowing. You will begin to learn more abstract concepts such as propositions.
This training can be delivered over a full day or two half-days.
Level 4
The Level 4 Workshop will start with a refresher on the signs taught in Levels 1,2 and 3, building on topics such as; feelings and interests. New vocabulary will be introduced which are ideal to develop life skills; money, quantities, numbers and time. You will be introduced to the topic of relationships.
This training can be delivered over a full day or two half-days.
Makaton for...
Makaton for Nursing
Makaton for Nursing
This workshop equips staff to engage patients in their treatment decisions, promoting teamwork to boost overall well-being and ensuring everyone feels informed and involved in their nursing care. Tailored for those within the nursing profession, it will empower participants to engage more effectively with individuals who need communication support when visiting healthcare settings, during treatment and receiving healthcare advice.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone working in nursing or patient care, including:
Nurses in hospitals or the community
Nurses in learning disability, mental health or children’s services
Healthcare support workers and nursing associates
Practice nurses and ward staff
Therapists and other health professionals
Volunteers or support staff in healthcare settings
Makaton for General Wellbeing
Makaton for General Wellbeing
This workshop has been designed to equip participants with the skills to utilise Makaton effectively to check on general wellbeing and put Makaton Users at ease talking about their mental health, feelings and wishes.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for professionals supporting people with emotional, mental health, or wellbeing needs, including:
Social workers and family support staff
Youth workers and wellbeing mentors
Mental health professionals and therapists
Support workers and care staff
Teachers, teaching assistants and pastoral teams in schools or colleges
Charities and community organisations supporting wellbeing and inclusion
Makaton for Learning Disability Teams
Makaton for Learning Disability Teams
This workshop equips staff to engage patients in their treatment decisions, promoting teamwork to boost overall well-being and ensuring everyone feels informed and involved in their care. Tailored for those within Learning Disability Teams, it will empower participants to engage more effectively with individuals who need communication support when visiting healthcare settings, during treatment and receiving wellbeing advice.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone working with people with a learning disability, including:
Community or inpatient learning disability teams
Social workers and care staff
Behaviour specialists and therapists
Nurses, psychologists and OTs
Health liaison teams
Voluntary and community services
Makaton for Early Years Settings
Makaton for Early Years Settings
This workshop equips staff to support early communication and language development, helping children express their needs and make choices while creating an inclusive setting that supports every child’s communication. Aimed at those working in Early Years settings, it will give participants the confidence to use Makaton alongside speech during daily routines and activities, and to embed signing in songs, stories and play.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone working with young children, including:
Nursery and pre-school staff
Early years teachers and SENCOs
Childminders and family support workers
Speech and language professionals
Children’s centre staff and outreach teams
Makaton for Urgent and Emergency Care
Makaton for Urgent and Emergency Care
This workshop equips staff to engage patients in their treatment decisions, promoting teamwork to boost overall well-being and ensuring everyone feels informed and involved in their care. Tailored for those within Learning Disability Teams, it will empower participants to engage more effectively with individuals who need communication support when visiting healthcare settings, during treatment and receiving wellbeing advice.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone working in:
Ambulance services
Emergency departments (A&E)
Urgent treatment centres
Paramedic and first responder teams
Community or crisis response services
Makaton for Emergency Services
Makaton for Emergency Services
This workshop is aimed at those who help people in hugh-pressure and crisis situations. It aims to give participants an understanding of learning disabilities and communication needs, and offers vocabulary to help you support people inclusively.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone working in emergency response, including:
Police officers and PCSOs
Firefighters and fire safety teams
Ambulance crews and paramedics
Coastguard teams
Community wardens and outreach teams
Volunteers or support roles in public safety
Makaton for Dentistry
Makaton for Dentistry
This workshop equips staff to engage patients in their treatment decisions, ensuring everyone feels informed and involved in their dental care. It aims to help participants engage more effectively with individuals who need communication support when visiting the dentist.
This is a 3.5 hour interactive workshop available online or face-to-face. No previous expereience of Makaton is required in order to attend. The workshop includes a manual and certificate of attendance.
This workshop is ideal for anyone involved in dental care, including:
Dentists and dental nurses
Reception teams and practice managers
Community dental teams
Oral health promotion teams
Special care dentistry professionals
Makaton Know and Grow Christian workshop
Know and Grow Makaton offers a comprehensive introduction to Makaton, tailored specifically for use within the Christian church setting. Attendees will gain an understanding of Makaton's communication techniques, exploring how they can be employed in church services to ensure they are inclusive and accessible to everyone. The session will cover a range of essential vocabulary signs and symbols, applicable to daily interactions. Additionally, participants will become familiar with common Christian signs and symbols, practising their application in various church activities such as Bible readings, worship, and prayer.
This training can be delivered over a full day or two falf-days, either face-to-face or online.
Makaton Taster Session
A Taster Session will start you on your Makaton journey and provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme and a wider understanding of learning and communication difficulties. Taster sessions are topic based and can be tailored to your requirements. The Taster Session is an informal training and provides information about the Makaton Communication Programme and how it may be used in different settings to support language development and communication. The session introduces the signs and symbols for around 40 useful everyday words including, 12 tailored words to your setting or a chosen theme.
This sessions takes about 90 minutes.
Makaton Signing for Babies and Families
Makaton Signing for Babies and Families is for parents, family members or carers who would like to sign with babies and young children in their care, and have no previous experience of Makaton. These sessions are designed for you and your child to have fun, bond and learn together. Makaton Signing for Babies and Families training is a series of fun and interactive sessions designed to encourage the development of communication and language skills in babies and toddlers. Topics include: Saying hello, eating and drinking, developing skills, going out and using Makaton in play. You will also learn signing hints and tips for effective communication.
The course is delivered as 6 x 1 hour sessions
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