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Techniques For Trainers



Creative Eyes Consultancy can provide training, support, advice and assistance for anyone working with people who are blind and/or visually impaired, in a training or supporting capacity.

Who could benefit from this service?

  • Teachers
  • Tutors
  • Teaching Assistants
  • Classroom Assistants
  • Support Workers
  • Parents
  • Carers
  • Youth Workers
  • Or anyone working with VIPS (Visually Impaired Persons) in an educational role

While our particular field of expertese is in providing training and support in an I.T. setting, the principles and guidelines are equally applicable to any learning situation.

Throughout Northern Ireland, we can deliver on-site training to individuals and groups, and for those living outside of Northern Ireland, or for whom on-site training isn't an option, we can supply the theory and training materials and support off-site training.

In addition, we can provide advice and assistance in sourcing I.T. solutions for VIPs.

Our VIP Awareness For Trainers training focuses on how to provide correct and appropriate training and support, while taking into consideration the differing needs of the individual, and how to make learning an enjoyable, positive and non-threatening experience. We deliver this through tried and tested theory, drawn up as a result of consultations with trainees and Support Workers and through practical demonstrations, allowing opportunities for experiential learning in a supportive environment.

On this page we have included some of the issues which need to be taken into consideration, and we hope it gives a taster of the nature of the training on offer. If you or your group are interested in training or advice, please Email us using the link on this page, or navigate to our "Contact Us" Page and use one of the alternative contact methods available.



General Training Advice

  • Language
  • Gestures and body language
  • Guiding
  • Behaviour around Guide Dogs
  • How to facilitate integration
  • Creating a comfortable learning environment
  • Eliminating "Special" Treatment
  • Delivering equality of learning
  • Dealing with negative behaviour and attitudes
  • Considering previous learning experiences
  • Alternative formats for training materials

I.T. Training Advice (in addition to the above)

  • Accessible technologies
  • The tale of "The Mouse and the Keyboard"
  • What is and isn't possible
  • Lighting
  • Unfamiliar surroundings
  • Pace of work
  • Providing honest feedback

These are just some of the aspects of our training, so if you think you or your group could benefit from it, get in touch.

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