DLF Training is CPD-accredited by the CPD Certification Service.

This course is designated as INTERMEDIATE on the DLF Training and Education Pathway.

Professional groups who would benefit from this course

• Therapists who work directly with children with special needs and/or learning disability
• Therapists who regularly are involved in MH assessment and planning for children with special needs and/or learning disability

Level of skills/knowledge

• Competent practitioner

Employment area

• Acute Trusts
• PCTs
• Community services
• Social Services
• Dedicated services e.g. respite care, family management

CPD markers

• Facilitator presentation
• Self-directed learning
• Peer review
• Group interaction and iteration
• Practical experience of equipment
• Experiential learning
• Peer discussion and group learning

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Outline their responsibilities under the relevant legislation e.g. MHOR, MHSW, Childrens’ Act, MCA, DDA, LOLER, PUWER and how these responsibilities are tempered by external and internal contributory factors
• Explain the functions of an ergonomic assessment and its application to moving and handling decisions and care planning
• Describe the risk factors that contribute to musculoskeletal disorders and how they may be assessed using ergonomic principles
• Understand the importance of person-centred planning as applied to moving and handling children with special needs and/or learning disability
• Appreciate the importance of recording care plans and justifiable actions
• Describe the principles of human movement and how they may be used to define good practice in handling
• Describe the principles of human movement and apply this knowledge to physical assessment of the child
• Understand the importance of using equipment where necessary and relevant
• Display a competent level in using defined equipment
• Discuss and develop problem-solving methods of moving and handling children

Course codes and dates: PMH0111 - 18th January 2011 

Duration: One day

Price per person: £180 + VAT (£216)

Common questions

Read the answers to the most frequently asked questions about the practicalities of attending a DLF course.

Useful resources

• Living made easy for children - DLF's free, impartial website on equipment for disabled children and young adults
• 'Choosing children's daily living equipment' factsheet

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