Course Detail

WellComm Speech and Language Toolkit | 6th May 2021 | 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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  • SKU: 06/05/2021 3:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Category: courses

Description

This is a session based around the WellComm Speech and Language Toolkit and is designed to develop practitioners’ skills and confidence in supporting children under 5 years who are at risk of developing speech, language and communication difficulties. The course uses digital interactive teaching methods and resources, practical activities and group discussions to engage learners.
 
The course comprises of a pre-recorded resource an activity to watch and undertake, followed by this one-hour digital session that can be accessed via Microsoft Teams.  Joining details along with the pre-recorded elements of this training will follow upon booking your place.
 
To participate fully in this session it is essential you have a copy of the WellComm Toolkit to use during this training. The WellComm Toolkit resource will be made available to settings that do not already have a copy according to Bolton Start Well records.  If you do not have a copy in your school/setting, please contact Start Well by telephone: 01204 338149 or email: StartWellBookings@bolton.gov.uk to make arrangement to collect a copy from Harvey Start Well Centre. 
 

How will this session help?

At the end of this course, we will be able to:
• Understand how to assess children working below their age related expectations;
• Know how to support children working below their age related expectations;
• Carry out appropriate interventions within a whole class or group environment, in small groups or on an individual basis;
• Accurately monitor children’s progress; and
• Make effective use of Early Years Pupil Premium and Pupil Premium Grant.
 

Dates

The session will also be held on the following dates.   

6th May 2021, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
11th May 2021, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
10th June 2021, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
8th July 2021, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
 
If all dates are fully booked, please email StartWellBookings@bolton.gov.uk and we will add your name to a waiting list.
 

Delivered by: Bolton Start Well Service, Quality and Outcomes Team

 

Who is this session for?

This workshop is aimed at all practitioners working with children aged 6 months to 6 years and their families.
 

Booking Arrangements

E-mail: StartWellBookings@bolton.gov.uk if you need assistance when booking online.

Course Delivery

This course will be delivered using a blended learning approach and will include a recorded training session and an interactive workshop. The training may include a participant pack to support the training and link to the workshop.

Access is via Microsoft Team.

Once you sign up for the course, you will be sent a welcome email with a link to view the pre-recorded element of the training, and any supportive material appropriate to the training.  Should you need to, you will be able to pause the presentation while you view it or view it again using the same link. This link is intended for you only and should not be shared, copyright applies.

The online workshop on via Microsoft Teams is an essential element of the training and is an opportunity to get together with a member of the Communication and Language Development team and others following this session to ask questions, share good practice with your peers and complete the final element of the training.

You will also be able to submit questions in advance via StartWellBookings@bolton.gov.uk.  Please state the name and date of the workshop on any emails.

Please note, you can access Microsoft Teams Live via a tablet, computer or smart phone device and you can join as a guest if you do not have an account.  Alternatively, the Teams app can be downloaded for free onto a smart device prior to the event from the App Store or Google Play.

Commitments and Cancellations

In order to maintain best value, we need to run this course on a maximum occupancy basis. If your place is confirmed but you are unable to attend, please send an alternative representative or cancel your place in writing by e-mailing: StartWellBookings@bolton.gov.uk with a minimum of 24 hours' notice.

Disclaimer

If for any reason we have to cancel or postpone a professional development session, we will notify all delegates booked onto the session as quickly as possible.

  • Date: 06-05-2021
  • Time:
    1 hour | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
  • Max Availability: 14
  • Roles:
    All Early Years Practitioners
  • Categories:
    Communication and Language Development
    Every Child Training
    Professional Development Session
    Quality and Outcomes
    Resources
  • Location:
    Online
  • Type:
    Fully Funded for Bolton Providers Only
  • Tutor:
    Bolton Start Well Team
    Kathryn Catterall
    Kathryn Reid