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Tertiary Education and Training Support Staff

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Building further understanding and confidence in supporting disabled learners throughout their engagement and successful completion of their studies in tertiary education and vocational training is a key way to support inclusion. This programme aids support staff in effectively engaging with disabled individuals, enhancing their experience and educational results. Expected Duration: 60-70 minutes
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Contents

Module 1 - Disability and Education

Introduction
What Do We Mean By Disability?
Hidden Disability
The Statistics
Facilitating Equal Access
Quick Quiz
Disability and Tertiary Education Training
Inclusive Education
Module 1 - Quiz

Module 2 - Responding To The Needs Of Disabled Learners

Student Engagement, Supports and Services
Inviting and Supporting Disclosure of Disability
Language and Terminology
Communication
Video - Disability Sensitivity Training
Disability Confidence
Module 2 - Quiz

Module 3 - Access and Assistance

Assistive Technology
Video - Assistive and Inclusive Technology
Accessible Information Provision
Accessible Campuses
Video - Why it's important to have a fully accessible campus
Accessible Events
NZSL Interpreters
Assistance Animals
Video - Assistance Animals
Accessing External Supports
Putting it into Practice
Video - The Importance of Inclusive Education
Further Information and Advice
Module 3 Quiz

Module 4 - Supporting Māori and Pacific Disabled Learners

Understanding Identity
Key Māori Cultural Concepts
Colonisation and Disability Perspectives
Values and Disability Perspectives in Pacific Cultures
Strategies for Building Partnerships with Local Māori and Pacific Disability Organisations
Accessing Support and Self-Identification
Considerations for providing support
Module 4 Quiz