Learning Disability Awareness Course
CPD-Accredited Online Training — 50 Minutes — €30.00


Course Overview
Our Learning Disabilities Awareness course will help health & care practitioners to better understand the issues surrounding learning disabilities, to aid delegates to reflect on and improve how they care for people with learning disabilities. We will look at the difference between learning disability’ and ‘learning difficulty’ and explore some of the things people with learning disabilities may find difficult and why. Attendees will learn methods to support people who have learning disabilities as well as prepare for what can go wrong in the care of people with learning disabilities
Course Modules
- Introduction — 70% pass required
- Learning Disabilities: the Basics — 70% pass required
- New Understanding — 70% pass required
- Person-centred Approach — 70% pass required
- Meeting Needs – Part 1 — 70% pass required
- Meeting Needs – Part 2 — 70% pass required
- Meeting Needs – Part 3 — 70% pass required
- Legal Framework, Opportunities and Safeguarding — 70% pass required
Requirements
System Requirements
- Up-to-date web browser
- Up-to-date video drivers
- 1 GB+ RAM
- Broadband (3 Mb+)
Duration
50 Minutes. This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account for any additional time to revisit or review content, take assessments, or engage with any feedback.
About This Course
Our Learning Disabilities Awareness course will help health & care practitioners to better understand the issues surrounding learning disabilities, to aid delegates to reflect on and improve how they care for people with learning disabilities.
We will look at the difference between learning disability’ and ‘learning difficulty’ and explore some of the things people with learning disabilities may find difficult and why. Attendees will learn methods to support people who have learning disabilities as well as prepare for what can go wrong in the care of people with learning disabilities
The Learning Disabilities Awareness course has been designed to help anyone who works with people with a learning disability, but especially staff and volunteers in both clinical and non-clinical settings.
If you require support to review your organisation’s awareness of learning disabilities or would like further information on our Learning Disability Awareness Course, please contact a member of our team at Phoenix STS Ltd
Stay up to date with fire safety insights, training updates, and compliance guidance.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for healthcare workers, educators, and care professionals who wish to develop their knowledge of learning disability awareness course.
Ready to Get Started?
Enrol today and complete your CPD-accredited Learning Disability Awareness Course in just 50 Minutes. Certificates available immediately upon completion.
Why Choose Phoenix STS
Ireland's trusted provider of CPD-accredited safety and healthcare training.
Experienced Team
Over 15 years delivering accredited training to healthcare facilities, schools, and businesses across Ireland. Our instructors are qualified professionals with real-world expertise.
Irish Owned
A proudly Irish-owned company based in Longford, serving clients nationwide. Our courses are tailored to Irish legislative requirements and regulatory standards.
Experts in Health & Safety
ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 certified. CPD-accredited training provider. All courses meet HIQA, HSA, and relevant Irish legislative requirements.







