Upcoming Training Dates
Currently our training is predominantly delivered via Webinar, however, we are starting to reintroduce some face-to-face training - please look out for our training updates.
Please read our terms and conditions prior to making a booking.
Please see the Training Levels Document for information on the new Training levels we have implemented to help individuals like yourself to decide which courses best suits you. Training levels can be seen next to the title of the training being offered.
To book or for more information about any of our training, please email your enquiry to acat.service@nhs.net.
Intro to KM CAT (Introductory)
- 11 January 2023 - Webinar - 9:00 – 9:45
- 14 September 2023 – Webinar - 9:00 - 9:45
This brief session covers referral criteria for assessment, what support we can provide and what equipment we can provide.
NEW GoTalk Now App (Beginner)
- 18 January 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:00
A brief introduction to the range of GoTalk iOS Apps which can be used to make simple symbol, photo & phrase-based communication systems
Clusterbox (Beginner)
- 16 February 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 11:00
- 28 September 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 11:00
This is essential training to look at what’s in your local cluster box. It includes tips on how you can assess your clients for AAC and ideas on how support your clients to use it successfully.
Face-to-face drop in sessions - 14th and 15th June 2023
KM CAT website and FREE resources (Beginner)
- 1 March 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:00
This quick and easy training session covers everything that is on our website, from free resources to “how to” videos, case studies to referral criteria.
Talking Mats (small fee) (Developing)
- 9 March and 27 April 2023 – Face-to-face – 9:00 – 13:00 (attendance on both sessions is mandatory)
- This training will also be run for a second time later on in the year, dates TBC.
This training will help you to: *
- Use Talking Mats to support the children and adults you work with to share their feelings, thoughts and views.
- Reflect on your own communication.
- Learn how issues that arise can be explored further through careful planning.
- Discover our Talking Mats research and evidence base.
- Connect with practitioners around the world.
*extract taken from https://www.talkingmats.com/training/foundation/
Managing communication for deteriorating conditions (Developing)
- 22 March 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 11:00
This session covers early management, intervention timing, assessment, low tech options, and other relevant services, for a range of deteriorating neurological conditions including MS, MSA, PSP and MND.
Top Tips for AAC and IG (Beginner)
- 20 April 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:00
This training will highlight some of the main considerations around information governance, data management and privacy that you need to be aware of when it comes to AAC. Also, top tips about what to watch out for yourselves and what information you might want to share with your clients.
NEW How to train an effective communication partner (Developing)
18th May 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:00
Communicating using AAC is very different from using natural speech. Using AAC to communicate can break up the flow of conversation, and may be misunderstood. It takes support from communication partners, who have the right skills and tools to help them get the most out of communication. This can lead to a more rewarding and fulfilling interaction for both parties.
We will discuss strategies that will help you to support your client’s relatives and carers to facilitate effective conversations.
Text based apps (Beginner)
- 6 July 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:30
This training should help you to find the right text-to-speech app for your clients. It will cover popular Clusterbox apps such as Predictable and ProLoQuo4Text as well as android and lower cost apps.
NEW AAC and Aphasia (Developing)
- 4 October 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 10:30
Finding AAC solutions for people with aphasia can be tricky. This training discusses the challenges, assessment process and AAC options for people with aphasia.
Voice and Message Banking (Introductory)
- 19 October 2023 – Webinar – 9:00 – 11:00
Find out about the voice and message banking process, as well as important things to consider to support your clients.
NEW Making communication aids easier to use (Beginner)
- 9 November 2023 – Face-to-face – 9:00 – 11:00
This session provides top tips and ideas on how you can make standard communication aids (eg: Lightwriter, iPad, communication charts) easier to use for those patients with physical difficulties eg: tremor.
An introduction to assessment for Low Tech AAC.
An introduction to what factors need to be considered when deciding which AAC device may benefit your patient.
A brief explanation on what access is, why it is crucial to the successful implementation of AAC, and how to assess for access.
