Tutor Training | Swansea
Learn how to teach others Signalong
Available spots
What to Expect
To book, please email tracygoode@signalong.org.uk Tutor Training is for those with experience of sign-supported communication who wish to train others. This course is not just about teaching vocabulary but developing the necessary skills to access and perform all of our vocabulary. During this 4-day Tutor Training course Signalong methodology is explored, elements of language development are discussed and participants have the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of teaching techniques and theory by preparing and delivering several presentations. You will explore all aspects of communication before learning about the history, philosophy & methodology of Signalong. Following this, you will look at who can benefit from using a sign-supported communication system and referencing the link between real objects to sign using core vocabulary. We will also cover generalisation, key words and symbolic understanding. Successful completion enables Tutors to deliver a range of training including topic-based Workshops, Introductory and Foundation courses, Foundation Extension, Signalong Training Assistant (STAs) and Signalong for Learners. Please note, Registration is continuous and Tutors must deliver training to maintain Foundation Tutor status and attend regional conferences at different locations at least once every 2 years. The conference will include Skills Workshops to ensure the quality of training is upheld. Who can become a Signalong Tutor? Anyone with experience of sign-supported communication in a learning difficulty or autism environment. We prefer trainees to have completed a Signalong Foundation course*, but we understand that this is not always possible. However, trainees must be familiar with the way that the Signalong vocabulary is presented, and will be given a copy of the Signalong Basic Vocabulary Phase 1 manual, which forms the basis of the course. For cost and further course information, please email tracygoode@signalong.org.uk. Please note, courses are limited to 4 people.
Upcoming Sessions
Important Information
For those participating in online training, we have a few policies set out below that we would like you to adhere to protect yourself as trainees (and others too), as well as the integrity, standard and copyright of Signalong the Communication Charity. No material from any manual, digital resource or poster is to be photographed, copied or scanned during your training course or at any other time. Ensure that you have all training materials provided to hand for the duration of the course. Those attending the course are not permitted to screenshot, record or upload any videos from this training course. This is considered a breach of Signalong’s copyright policy and will be dealt with accordingly. You will be contacted by Signalong if found to have done so and asked for the material to be taken down. We use a secure platform which means that you only the person that is intended to attend the course has access. We require your permission to agree to record our courses for the purpose of training and quality control. Occasionally, we may use elements of the course to share with our Tutor network for which we will obtain your express permission. If you are unable to attend this session, you may cancel your place for a full refund up to 48 hours prior to the start date. If cancellation occurs less than 48 hours before the course start date, your booking fee is non-refundable but you may be offered the ability to transfer to another course at our discretion. Should you require any clarification or assistance, please contact the office admin@signalong.org.uk
Contact Details
Guildhall Road South, Swansea, UK
0330 1200770
accounts@signalong.org.uk