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Course Summary

Smith Magenis syndrome is a genetic condition which is estimated to affect 1 in every 25,000 people and links to the reproductive cell formation at the time of conception.

This training course focuses on the meaning of Smith Magenis syndrome and how it can affect people including the person, families and support teams.

This training course considers the implications which Smith Magenis syndrome can have on support services and the adaptations which may need to be made to provide the required support.

Course Learning Outcomes

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1Understand what Smith Magenis is
  • 1.1Describe what Smith Magenis is
  • 1.2Explain facts and myths associated with Smith Magenis
2Understand possible causes of Smith Magenis
  • 2.1Describe possible causes of Smith Magenis
3Understand associated characteristics of Smith Magenis
  • 3.1Define characteristics associated with Smith Magenis and how these can be identified
4Understand effects of Smith Magenis
  • 4.1Explain and evaluate the causes and effects of Smith Magenis with achieving sleep
  • 4.2Explain and evaluate the wider effects of Smith Magenis on families and other key people
5Understand adaptations and the practicalities of supporting a person with Smith Magenis
  • 5.1Explain and evaluate practical considerations and adaptations which may need to be made in service settings to support a person with Smith Magenis
6Understand ways of providing support
  • 6.1Describe ways of providing support to people with Smith Magenis

Who is this course for?

This Smith Magenis Syndrome Awareness training course is designed for professionals working with children and young people including support teams, education professionals and foster carers. This course is also suitable for professionals working with adults.

Duration

1 day course - we can be flexible on start and finish times to suit your needs such as school run friendly times.

Availability

This [Name] is offered in two delivery formats:

  • Remote Online: Led by a live tutor via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, allowing participants to join remotely. (Also known as virtual classroom training)
  • Face-to-Face: Delivered in person at your location or a venue you arrange. (Also referred to as on-site training)

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Certification

Each learner completing this course will receive a digital (PDF) certificate of learning.

Accreditation

The course contents are accredited by the Open College Network (OCN) Credit4Learning as a Level 3 course.

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1 Day Course

Flexible start and finish times to suit you. Contact us for available dates.

Accredited

The course contents are accredited by the Open College Network (OCN) Credit4Learning as a Level 3 course.

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