Oliver McGowan Expert Co-Trainer

Service Description

The Tier 2 Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Autism and Learning Disabilities - Train the Co-Trainer (Expert by Experience) is a specialised three-day course tailored for individuals with lived experience of learning disabilities who aspire to become co-trainers. This training empowers participants to deliver essential educational sessions alongside a facilitator, leveraging their personal insights to enhance the overall impact of the training. By becoming a co-trainer, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the reach of this crucial training across Health & Social Care, fostering more inclusive and supportive environments for individuals with learning disabilities. This comprehensive course will cover all content from the standard 1-day training and prepare co-trainers to effectively deliver the material by: - Reviewing the core content of the Oliver McGowan Training, ensuring a solid understanding of key topics around learning disabilities, autism, person-centred care, and effective communication. - Developing co-training skills to help present information clearly and share personal experiences in a way that engages and educates participants. - Learning how to collaborate with facilitators, including leading group discussions, addressing questions, and creating a supportive, inclusive learning atmosphere. - Understanding the role of a co-trainer, ensuring consistency and maintaining the standardisation of the training curriculum. - Receiving coaching on how to handle sensitive topics, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity, and managing a diverse range of participants. To become a co-trainer, you should: - Have lived experience of having a learning disability, offering valuable perspectives that will enrich the training sessions. - Be open to sharing your experiences to help deepen the understanding of training participants, promoting empathy and better support practices. Course Details: Duration: 3 Days Max Attendees: 10 Please select your preferred date for the course's start. Date changes can be accommodated. Alternative Names for This Course: This course may also be known as: Oliver McGowan Co-Trainer Programme, Oliver McGowan Learning Disabilities Co-Trainer, Learning Disabilities Expert by Experience Co-Trainer, Tier 2 LD Co-Trainer Certification, OMMT Co-Trainer for Health & Social Care, NHS Learning Disabilities Co-Trainer Programme, Oliver McGowan Expert by Experience Training.