Conduct and report on a communication assessment.

Communication Assessment

This module explores: 
<ul><li>the stages of development of communication in neurotypical children and then compares and contrasts this to those with MSI and the challenges that they may face;</li><li>theory and experience of exploring modes of communication from Modified communication through AAC to tactile which will all be covered;</li><li>how to assess a child with MSI’s communication levels and plan appropriate interventions, considering the importance of organic communication and co-creating communication with young people. </li></ul>

Communication and accessing the world for deafblind learners - 7602QTMSI

Communication and accessing the world for deafblind learners

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the multi-modal approach to communication with multi-sensory impaired learners, including the use of specific strategies such as hand under hand signing, haptics and bodily emotional traces.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the environmental factors that affect multi-sensory impaired learners' ability to communicate and access the world around them.

Critically evaluate the effect of multi-sensory impairment on a learners' ability to communicate and access the world around them, including the curriculum and environment. 