Developing Level (Self-directed online study)

Explore accessibility settings in iOS 13 and learn about adaptations that can be made as well as alternative ways to control the iPad such as mouse, voice and switch.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

An introductory webinar exploring ways to support Touch access. This webinar compliments the self-directed online study course.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

An introductory webinar exploring ways to support Mouse access. This webinar compliments the self-directed online study course.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

Introducing Ace Centre's Look2Talk resource: an award-winning guide to making a communication book for children who communicate using eye pointing.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

An introductory webinar exploring ways to support Switch access. This webinar compliments the self-directed online study course.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

An introductory webinar exploring ways to support Eyegaze access. This webinar compliments the self-directed online study course.

Cost: FREE

Introductory Level (Webinar)

An introductory webinar exploring ways to support Switch access. This webinar compliments the self-directed online study course.

Cost: FREE

Learn about touch control as an access method to iPads, phones and tablets. Find out how you can help people to use touch to access a wide range of activities.

Learn about different types of mice and mouse alternatives, and how to improve the skills required to use them.

Learn about switch control as an access method. Find out about different types of switches,  how they control technology and the skills required to use them.

Learn about eye pointing as an access method. Explore the skills required to use eye pointing for different activities and the technology to enable control of a computer using eyes.

Learn about using voice control to enter text, operate a tablet or PC or to control your environment. Find out who it is suitable for and when it might be considered as an access method.

Enhanced Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Investigate alternative access methods including touch, mouse, switch, voice and eye gaze and explore how control of assistive technology can enhance communication and learning.

Cost: £800

Enhanced Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Explore the needs of individuals with complex communication difficulties who may benefit from Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Critically evaluate the range of AAC resources and strategies available, and explore assessment and implementation of AAC.

Cost: £800

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Develop your knowledge and skills to identify appropriate AAC solutions. This course explores the fundamental principles of AAC assessment and is suitable for people working with children who may benefit from aided language systems.

Cost: £30

Introductory Level  (Teacher supported online study)

Makaton Level 1 training provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme. Sessions will include hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work. You will learn the signs and symbols from Stages 1 and 2 of the core vocabulary and half of the additional vocabulary. 

Cost: TBC

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

This course is in two sessions: 

Part 1 - Learn about the development of the Pragmatics Profile for people who use AAC and how to administer it;
Part 2 - Discover how to use the profile to identify appropriate vocabulary for AAC and create communication targets to support personal development.

Cost: £120

Developing Level (Face-to-face)

This two day introductory workshop is hosted and delivered at Ace Centre in Abingdon. The course aims to discuss the teaching and learning strategies for implementing PODD communication systems and is taught as a face to face course.

Cost: £225

Introductory Level  (Face-to-face)

This two day introductory workshop is hosted and delivered at Ace Centre in Oldham. We are delighted to welcome Gayle Porter to Ace Centre to deliver the course in collaboration with Suzanne Martin.

The course aims to discuss the teaching and learning strategies for implementing PODD communication systems and is taught as a face to face course.

Schedule:

Tuesday 19th April 2022, 9am - 5pm

Wednesday 20th April 2022, 9am - 5pm

Cost: £225

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Develop your knowledge and skills to create personalised communication books using this illustrated guide. Find out who 'Developing and Using a Communication Book' is suitable for, how to select the appropriate Stage and discover how to use the templates in Boardmaker 7 to create an individualised resource. This session will be in two parts and is supported by Tobii Dynavox.

Cost: £120

Introductory Level (Webinar)

Reflect on your personal interaction style and develop your communication partner skills to support AAC users. This webinar is suitable for anyone working with people who use AAC.

Cost: FREE

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

This course is in two sessions: 
Part 1 - Learn about the development of the Pragmatics Profile for people who use AAC and how to administer it;
Part 2 - Discover how to use the profile to identify appropriate vocabulary for AAC and create communication targets to support personal development.

Cost: £120

Introductory Level (Self-directed online study)

Reflect on your personal interaction style and develop your communication partner skills to support AAC users. You will have access to online activities to work through independently. This course is suitable for anyone working with people who use AAC.

Cost: FREE

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

This webinar and self-directed online learning course encourages a more detailed look at communication partner skills. Explore skills to practice yourself and ways to support others to develop their skills. 

Cost: £30

Introductory Level (Self-directed online study)

Splash! is a unique Maths and Shapes software programme. It contains activities and worksheets that cover: number, geometry and shapes, measurement and graphs. Splash! has been designed to support pupils who have access issues, particularly those who have difficulty controlling a computer mouse and/or keyboard and has features that support pupils with low vision. 

Cost:  £30

Enhanced Level (Teacher-supported online study)

This unit will provide you with an overview of Assistive Technology (AT) to support communication and learning. You will consider the assessment process for identifying an individual’s AT requirements and ways to evaluate the implementation of resources.

Cost: £800

Introductory Level (Webinar)

This 1 hour webinar will introduce the use of 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD) to develop 2D profiles for real world Assistive Technology solutions.

Introductory Cost: FREE

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Using a 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD) package you will develop 2D profiles for real world assistive technology solutions.

Introductory Cost: £30

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Using a 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) package, delegates will understand and the key concepts in 3D parametric modelling of sketches and features using Autodesk Fusion 360. Delegates are required to use Autodesk Fusion 360 on their own device.

Introductory Cost:  £30

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Using a 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) package, delegates will understand and the key concepts in 3D parametric modelling of sketches and features using Autodesk Fusion 360. Delegates are required to use Autodesk Fusion 360 on their own device.

Introductory Cost:  £30

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Using free 3 D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software you will learn how to scan objects and manipulate the CAD models produced ready for 3D printing or CNC machining.

Introductory Cost: £30

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Local standards and regulations are important considerations when developing Assistive Technologies. While they can appear extremely complex. in reality they may be simpler than you think.

Introductory Cost: £30

Developing Level (Teacher-supported online study)

Introductory Cost: £30

Hill House Partnership with Ace Centre

Montacute School Partnership with Ace Centre

Newbridge School Partnership with Ace Centre

A shared area for all LAACES participants.

Dorset Local AAC Services pilot project 

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