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Private Makaton Training

Ali Pennington Makaton Tutor - Makaton Training Provider UK

"Welcome to my training page, here you can browse my full range of PRIVATE training workshops, I'm a full-time Makaton training provider. I can offer a range of private courses to suit your needs and availability. I also run several public courses per year so please use the link below to browse courses if you are only requiring a few members of staff to be trained.

I offer private in-house & online training around the North Somerset, Somerset, Bristol & BANES areas and online across the UK."     
                                                                 
            

Wide range of workshops to suit your needs

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS - If several members of staff are training it will work out much more cost effective to book a private training slot at a time to suit you. Please use the 'Get quote' button above. I occasionally run public workshops during the year so please use the link to find out what's on. https://buytickets.at/alimakatontutor

Level 1

Makaton Level 1 training

Level 1 training is the starting point for learning Makaton. It is recommended for anyone with an interest in Makaton, including:

  • parents, family members, carers and professionals who need to use Makaton at home and in their work

  • participants who need a more detailed knowledge about using and applying Makaton to develop the communication skills of others

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Content

Level 1 training provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme.

Sessions include discussing commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work.

You will also learn the signs and symbols from Stages 1 and 2, and some of the Additional stage, of the Core Vocabulary.

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Duration

The Level 1 workshop training is made up of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.

A Face-to-Face or in-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.

Online training for Level 1 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in two to four sessions on one or more days, for example:

  • 1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon.  8 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)

  • 2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)

 

Entry criteria

Participants must have an interest in early communication skills. 

No previous Makaton experience is required.

 

Study materials

You will receive a Participant's Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and line drawings of the signs that you learn in the workshop.

You will also be given a certificate of attendance.  Please remember to keep your Level 1 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.

Level 2

Makaton Level 2 training

Level 2 training builds on the knowledge you gained in Level 1 training.

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Content

You will learn the signs and symbols from Stages 3 and 4, and the rest of the Additional stage, of the Core Vocabulary.

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Duration

Level 2 training is made up of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.

A Face-to-Face or in-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.

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Online training for Level 2 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in two to four sessions on one or more days, for example:

  • 1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon.  (8 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)

  • 2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)

 

Entry criteria

Participants must have attended Level 1 training.

 

Study materials

You will receive a Participant's Manual, which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.

You will also be given a certificate of attendance.  Please remember to keep your Level 2 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.

Level 3 

Makaton Level 3 training

Level 3 training helps you to improve and develop your signing and symbol skills and how to use them effectively every day.

You will revise the signs and symbols you learned in your Level 1 and 2 training, and learn the signs and symbols for Stages 5 and 6 of the Core Vocabulary.

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Workshops

The Level 3 workshop consists of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.

A Face-to-Face or in-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.

Online training for Level 3 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in 2 - 4 sessions on one or more days, for example:

  • 1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon.  (8 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)

  • 2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)

 

Entry criteria

Participants must have completed Level 2 training.

 

Study materials

For the Level 3 workshop you will receive a Participant’s Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.

If you attend a Follow-Up Workshop, you will receive 2 workshop manuals which include the signs and symbols that you have learned. 

If you attend an Enhancement Workshop, you will receive 6 workshop manuals, Pocket Book of Signs 2 and Pocket Book of Symbols 2.

For all the workshops you will be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.

Level 4

Makaton Level 4 training

Level 4 completes the Core Vocabulary and develops your understanding and skills in using Makaton to support people with a wide range of communication difficulties.

You will revise the signs and symbols you learned in your Level 1, 2 and 3 workshops and learn the signs and symbols for Stages 7 and 8 of the Core Vocabulary.

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Workshops

The Level 4 workshop consists of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.

A Face-to-Face or in-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.

Online training for Level 4 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in 2 - 4 sessions on one or more days, for example:

  • 1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon.  (8 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)

  • 2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)

 

Entry criteria

Participants must have completed Level 3 training.

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Study materials

For the Level 4 workshop you will receive a Participant’s Manual  which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.

For all workshops you will be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.

A range of Bespoke Makaton training - Learning Disability Team
                                                           - Emergency Services
                                                           - General Wellbeing
                                                           - Nursing and District Nursing
                                                           - Dentistry

Makaton for Learning Disability Team course

Elevate your communication skills

Imagine enhancing patient health outcomes with stress-free appointments, reduced anxiety, and smoother engagements. Our Frontline Learning Disability Team Workshop empowers staff to involve patients in their healthcare decisions, fostering collaboration to improve overall well-being and ensure everyone feels informed and engaged in their healthcare journey. Makaton is a communication programme that combines speech, signs and symbols to empower anyone living with learning or communication difficulties to understand and be understood.  

Makaton training enables your staff to connect confidently with people who have communication difficulties and needs. Training can offer ideas, advice, and guidance to improve your equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategies. 

Tailored for those working with people who have learning and communication disabilities, this workshop will empower participants to engage more effectively with individuals who need extra communication support with their healthcare and wellbeing. 

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Bespoke training for Learning Disability/Emergency Services Teams

Crafted in collaboration with experienced professionals specialising in learning and communication needs. Delivered in a flexible model to suit your needs with options for online or face-to-face sessions, our workshop offers:

Impactful Makaton Vocabulary: Enhance your capacity to communicate in both general and critical contexts.

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Specialised Training: A 3 and a half hour robust session to unlock your team's communication potential designed to meet diverse communication needs and enhance you service's accessibility.

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Key learning outcomes

  • Proficient in everyday Makaton signs and symbols.

  • Competent in specialist signs and symbols designed to improve understanding and reduce anxiety during appointments.

  • Promote inclusion and awareness.

Bespoke taster sessions 90-minute/2-hour workshops

  • Makaton for Early Years

  • Makaton for Banks

  • Makaton for Grandparents

  • Makaton for visiting Santa

  • Makaton for Swim teachers

  • Makaton for Church

  • Makaton for Medical staff

  • Makaton for Fitness

  • Makaton for Halloween

  • Plus many more

  • Makaton for Outdoor practitioners

  • Makaton for Supporting in school

  • Makaton for Gardening/Horticulture

  • Makaton Christmas Eve

  • Makaton for Health & Social Care

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