This short course is designed for registered and non-registered clinicians who have studied at Level 5 and above, who want to upskill their knowledge of caring for patients with learning disabilities.
This 16-week course covers diverse training for delivering effective and equitable patient care. It will enhance the skills of nurses, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists.
The short course will cover:
The sessions will run every two weeks. It will be a mixture of face-to-face sessions, self-directed study via our Canvas portal, and some online sessions. The sessions will run on Wednesdays 9.30am to 4pm on the following dates:
We require applicants to be at a Band 5 or above for both Level 6 and Level 7.
The employer usually meets course costs – we advise you to speak to your workforce development lead before applying.
We also accept self-funded applicants and encourage anyone wishing to explore their options to contact cpd@sunderland.ac.uk(opens in new tab).
Contact the Corporate and Professional Education team for further information about applying for this course by calling 0191 515 3361(opens in new tab) or emailing cpd@sunderland.ac.uk(opens in new tab).