This module is specifically designed for Personal Assistants supporting individuals with Down’s syndrome, whether you are based in a care setting or providing support directly within an individual’s home.

Learning Objectives By the end of this session, you will have:

1. Increased your understanding about Down’s syndrome, busting common myths
2. Learnt about associated characteristics, health issues, and the unique learning profile of individuals with Down’s syndrome
3. Explored how to effectively communicate with and support individuals with Down’s syndrome
4. Gained an insight into the lived experience of an adult with Down’s syndrome

 

Event details

Date: Tuesday 8th December 2026

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Format: Live, interactive session via Microsoft Teams

Cost: £45.00 per person

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 1-2 working days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.   

Booking form

Our booking forms close two working days before the session or when we have reached maximum attendee capacity. If the booking form is closed and you wish to make a short-notice booking or join the waitlist, please contact us at info@dsscotland.org.uk.

This module is aimed at teachers and support staff to support with understanding and positively supporting communication behaviour of children and young people with Down’s syndrome.

Module content:

• What causes behaviour that may be perceived as challenging or difficult to manage
• How our values influence how we perceive behaviour
• How to undertake a functional approach to supporting behaviour by identifying its function and developing an individualised positive support plan
• How to teach alternative and more appropriate behaviours to communicate and the importance of effective communication and visual supports

This module is specifically designed for Personal Assistants supporting individuals with Down’s syndrome, whether you are based in a care setting or providing support directly within an individual’s home.

Learning Objectives By the end of this session, you will have:

1. Increased your understanding about Down’s syndrome, busting common myths
2. Learnt about associated characteristics, health issues, and the unique learning profile of individuals with Down’s syndrome
3. Explored how to effectively communicate with and support individuals with Down’s syndrome
4. Gained an insight into the lived experience of an adult with Down’s syndrome

 

Event details

Date: Monday 5th October 2026

Time: 10:00am – 11:00am

Format: Live, interactive session via Microsoft Teams

Cost: £45.00 per person

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 1-2 working days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.   

Booking form

Our booking forms close two working days before the session or when we have reached maximum attendee capacity. If the booking form is closed and you wish to make a short-notice booking or join the waitlist, please contact us at info@dsscotland.org.uk.

This module is specifically designed for Personal Assistants supporting individuals with Down’s syndrome, whether you are based in a care setting or providing support directly within an individual’s home.

Learning Objectives By the end of this session, you will have:

1. Increased your understanding about Down’s syndrome, busting common myths
2. Learnt about associated characteristics, health issues, and the unique learning profile of individuals with Down’s syndrome
3. Explored how to effectively communicate with and support individuals with Down’s syndrome
4. Gained an insight into the lived experience of an adult with Down’s syndrome

 

Event details

Date: Thursday 1st October 2026

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Format: Live, interactive session via Microsoft Teams

Cost: £45.00 per person

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 1-2 working days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.   

Booking form

Our booking forms close two working days before the session or when we have reached maximum attendee capacity. If the booking form is closed and you wish to make a short-notice booking or join the waitlist, please contact us at info@dsscotland.org.uk.

This module aims to ensure you feel confident to positively include and meet the specific learning needs of children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.

Module content:

• Effective strategies to positively support inclusion and tailor learning to meet specific needs. This module aims to ensure you feel confident to meet the additional support needs and positively include children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.
• An overview of Down’s syndrome and associated features and health issues that affect learning and development
• Development and specific learning profile of children with Down’s syndrome

 

Event details

Date: Tuesday 10 November 2026

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Attendance Mode: Delivered online via Microsoft Teams

Cost: £45.00 per person

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. Some schools/nurseries may need to consult with their IT department to arrange this. The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 1-2 working days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.

Booking form

Our booking forms close two working days before the session or when we have reached maximum attendee capacity. If the booking form is closed and you wish to make a short-notice booking or join the waitlist, please contact us at info@dsscotland.org.uk.

This module is aimed at teachers and support staff to support with understanding and positively supporting communication behaviour of children and young people with Down’s syndrome.

Module content:

• What causes behaviour that may be perceived as challenging or difficult to manage
• How our values influence how we perceive behaviour
• How to undertake a functional approach to supporting behaviour by identifying its function and developing an individualised positive support plan
• How to teach alternative and more appropriate behaviours to communicate and the importance of effective communication and visual supports

Module content:

• The relationship between Language and Numeracy
• Identify the basic Numeracy principles and how to teach these skills separately
• Explore strategies to support children with Down’s syndrome with their development of numeracy & mathematics skills
• Understand the importance of the relationship between Numeracy skills and independent living.

Module content:

• Using the whole word approach and exploring strategies using this approach to teach reading
• How phonics can support the whole word approach
• The importance of teaching reading and its impact on “talking”

This module aims to ensure you feel confident to positively include and meet the specific learning needs of children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.

Module content:

• Effective strategies to positively support inclusion and tailor learning to meet specific needs. This module aims to ensure you feel confident to meet the additional support needs and positively include children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.
• An overview of Down’s syndrome and associated features and health issues that affect learning and development
• Development and specific learning profile of children with Down’s syndrome

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Training will take place using Teams.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. Some schools/nurseries may need to consult with their IT department to arrange this.

The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 2 days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.   

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Event details

Delivered Online

£45

Monday 3rd November

4-5pm

This module aims to ensure you feel confident to positively include and meet the specific learning needs of children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.

Module content:

• Effective strategies to positively support inclusion and tailor learning to meet specific needs. This module aims to ensure you feel confident to meet the additional support needs and positively include children and young people with Down’s syndrome in your nursery or school.
• An overview of Down’s syndrome and associated features and health issues that affect learning and development
• Development and specific learning profile of children with Down’s syndrome

Please be aware that the fee is per person attending the session.

Training will take place using Teams.

Please ensure you are able to access Teams from your chosen device, prior to joining the session. Some schools/nurseries may need to consult with their IT department to arrange this.

The Teams link will be emailed to you ahead of time (usually 2 days before) from info@dsscotland.org.uk.   

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Event details

Delivered Online

£45

Monday 1st September

4-5pm

Module content:

• Using the whole word approach and exploring strategies using this approach to teach reading
• How phonics can support the whole word approach
• The importance of teaching reading and its impact on “talking”

Module content:

• The relationship between Language and Numeracy
• Identify the basic Numeracy principles and how to teach these skills separately
• Explore strategies to support children with Down’s syndrome with their development of numeracy & mathematics skills
• Understand the importance of the relationship between Numeracy skills and independent living.