2a. Beginners' workshop for parents and carers

The Beginners' and Follow-up workshops provide two-part accredited training for parents and carers.

Duration

2 days or 4 x 2 hour 45 minute modules.

Recommended for

Recommended for family members, carers and workers who need to use Makaton at home and in their work. Also an essential part of entry criteria for Makaton Local Tutor Training.

Entry criteria

Participants need to have an interest in early communication skills.

Content

Based on the Foundation Workshop, this provides an introductory workshop for parents and carers who need to use Makaton in everyday situations, but with less theory and technical information. Signing instruction is given for stages 1-4, plus some Additional signs to help in practical situations. Makaton symbols are included and examples of their use are given. Teaching methods are discussed and developed.

At the end of the Parents and carers beginners' workshop, participants should have the confidence and skills to begin to use Makaton more fluently in their daily interactions with children and adults.

Accreditation

The Makaton Training for Parents and Carers (Route 2) is accredited as a national programme through the Open College Network. The programme has 3 units (6 credits) based on the Beginners' workshop and 3 units (6 credits) based on the Follow-up workshop.

Contact The Makaton Charity (training@makaton.org) for more details.

Accessibility

All lectures will be available on audio cassette to support people with communication and learning disabilities who wish to attend these workshops and courses. Large-print participant manuals will also be available.

Further information

Go symbol Courses and workshops in your area
Find out when the next Beginners' workshop for parents and carers is available in your area.