K/601/3449 Support effective communication with individuals with a sensory loss.

Support effective communication with individuals with a sensory loss

Unit aim

The purpose of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required to support effective communication with individuals with sensory loss.

Outcome 1 Know different methods that can support communication with individuals with sensory loss.

1. identify specific methods of communication that may be used with individuals with sensory loss that utilise hearing, vision and touch.

2. describe how specific different methods enable communication with individuals with sensory loss.

3. explain where additional information and support can be accessed in relation to communication with individuals with sensory loss.

Outcome 2 Use different methods of communication with individuals with sensory loss.

1. explain how the use of specific methods of communication used by individuals has been agreed.

2. use agreed specific methods of communication with individuals.

3. make adjustments to communication with individuals where there is difficulty in understanding.

4. provide feedback to others on the effectiveness of methods of communication.