Sensory Loss Awareness

Course fee: HCPA Full Member: Fully Funded*
Associate Member: £56+VAT | ACE Member: £50+VAT | Non-member: £75+VAT

One day course at HCPA Campus

This training course is designed to equip care workers with the knowledge and skills to effectively support adults living with sensory loss. Participants will develop an understanding of how sensory processing systems work, the different types of sensory loss, and the potential causes and impacts on individuals’ daily lives. The course will place strong emphasis on person-centred approaches, ensuring that care workers can plan and deliver meaningful support tailored to individual needs.

The session will also cover the role of legislation, with particular focus on the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and introduce the Sensory Framework within Hertfordshire. Care workers will explore practical strategies, resources, and services available to promote independence, inclusion, and quality of life for people experiencing sensory loss.

Learning objectives:

• Identify the key Sensory Processing Systems
• Describe the main types of Sensory Loss
• Identify the Causes of Sensory Loss
• Explain the Impacts of Sensory Loss
• Summarise Strategies for Planning and providing Person-Centred Support
• Explain how the Mental Capacity Act 2005 supports individuals with Sensory Loss
• Describe the Sensory Framework in Hertfordshire
• Identify appropriate sources of Support, Services, and Guidance

*Please note: As per our T&C’s, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance, non-completion or late cancellation.
Bookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.
Delegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred