Active Communication

This one day training allows the participant to experience the beneficial effects of active communication with colleagues, clients and those with a communication problem following a stroke. The course is quality assured by the Royal College of Speech and Language therapists.

Aims:

By the end of the session the delegate will have experienced the beneficial effects of active communication; understanding the difference between good and bad enablement of communication, the expertise required to facilitate a good experience for the client and have gained the confidence to take these new skills back to the work place.

Objectives:

• to have an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the brain in relation to speech
• to appreciate what is normal conversation and how this links into daily activities of living
• be able to recognise poor communication practise when dealing with clients and training others
• to develop empathy for someone with dysphasia following a stroke through experiential learning, and
  
• have a knowledge of ramps and other strategies that will promote active communication.

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