The Role of Personal Assistants in Disability Support

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Brief Introduction

Find out about the new role of personal assistants in disability support, and how to improve working relationships in the area.

Course Summary

Learn how to provide effective support to people with disabilities as a personal assistant. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality care and support to individuals with disabilities.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a personal assistant for people with disabilities
  • Learn how to communicate effectively with individuals with disabilities
  • Develop strategies for providing care and support to individuals with disabilities
  • Learn about disability rights and advocacy

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Personal Care Aide
    • USA: $25,000 - $32,000
    • India: INR 1,50,000 - INR 2,00,000
    • Spain: €16,000 - €20,000
  • Disability Support Worker
    • USA: $28,000 - $40,000
    • India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 3,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €24,000
  • Personal Assistant for People with Disabilities
    • USA: $30,000 - $45,000
    • India: INR 2,50,000 - INR 3,50,000
    • Spain: €24,000 - €28,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a personal assistant for individuals with disabilities
  • Develop effective communication skills to provide quality care and support
  • Learn about disability rights and advocacy to better support individuals with disabilities

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience required
  • Access to a computer and internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online Course
  • Self-paced
  • Flexible

Similar Courses

  • Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities
  • Mental Health and Neurodiversity

Notable People in This Field

  • Disability Advocate
  • Disability Rights Lawyer

Related Books

Requirements

  • This course is designed for disabled people, current or prospective personal assistants, and anyone else who’s interested in disability support and how this new role has evolved in the UK and other parts of the world.

Knowledge

  • Introduction to Independent Living and Personal AssistanceRecruitment: finding the right fitWhat sort of personal assistance relationship works for you?Understanding potential difficulties in personal assistance relationshipsUnderstanding and managing practical difficultiesUnderstanding and managing personal difficultiesUnderstanding and managing process difficultiesUnderstanding and resolving conflictMoving forward with personal assistance relationships

Summary of User Reviews

This course on personal assistants for disability support received positive feedback from many users. It is highly informative and user-friendly, making it easy to understand and apply the concepts learned. One key aspect that many users appreciated was the practical tips and strategies provided that can be immediately applied in real-life situations.

Pros from User Reviews

  • The course content is highly informative and useful
  • The course is user-friendly and easy to navigate
  • The practical tips and strategies provided are very helpful
  • The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic
  • There is limited interaction with other learners
  • The course could benefit from more case studies or real-life examples
  • The course may not be suitable for those with advanced knowledge in the subject area
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Tom Shakespeare
UEA (University of East Anglia)
Futurelearn

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