Training

Centre of Excellence – Deafblind (CoE – DB)

The Centre of Excellence – Deafblind regularly runs training for Able Australia staff and those external to Able to develop knowledge and skills in working with people with deafblindness. Bespoke training packages can be developed to meet your organisations’ needs. Topics we have run training on include:

– Deafblind Awareness
– The impact of blindness on communication
– Early communication development in people born deafblind
– Accessible environments for people with deafblindness
– Tactile communication methods and strategies

To discuss your training needs contact meredith.prain@ableaustralia.org.au.

Communication Guide Course

Join our Communication Guide Course co-delivered with Deafblind Victoria! 

When: Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 October 2024
Where: Able Australia National Office (413 Canterbury Rd, Surrey Hills, 3127 VIC)

The course includes:
– What is deafblindness
– Environmental modifications to optimise independence
– Deafblind communication methods and techniques
– Guiding skills
– Technology

The cost for this course is $660 incl GST.

To register or enquire about this course, please email us on deafblind@ableaustralia.org.au.

Training – Quick Links

Deafblind
Resources Course

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Communication
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Video Interaction
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National Deafblind
Training Working Group

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If you have any questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to contact the team on deafblind@ableaustralia.org.au

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