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Basics of Makaton
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Course Content
Makaton is a type of communication that is used widely within schools. It is used along with the spoken language to help children, young people and adults to communicate with one another. This course will give you the skills and knowledge on what Makaton is, how it is used within schools and some key signs and symbols for you to use.

Open Entry Requirements

This course is for anyone who is volunteering or working within schools.
No previous experience is required. Basic IT skills are essential.

Open What Will I Need?

You will need access to a Laptop, Tablet or Smartphone. Please bring a notepad, pen or pencil and a small folder for handouts and your work. You may wish to use a memory stick.
This course will be delivered online. You will need access to the internet and an email account. Your teacher will contact you on a weekly basis through Skype, email and Google Classroom and you will have the opportunity to contribute to group discussions across the County. You will be given tasks to complete at each session and instructions and online demonstrations

Open Assessment Methods

Your teacher will give verbal and written feedback throughout the course.
You will have to share your skills with other learners on the course

Open What Will I Achieve?

Supporting with English in Primary schools
Supporting with Maths in Primary schools

Open Progression

You will receive an ALSS certificate of achievement on successful completion of this course.

Open Is there anything else I need to know?

S13305CL
17/01/2022
14/02/2022
09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Monday
45.00
£18.00 if your income is less than £17,004.00
Online Delivery

Helping you financially

  • English, maths and computing courses (up to level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2024)
  • Reduced course fees for non-qualification courses if you receive a qualifying benefit.
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your income is below £25,000
  • Discretionary Learner Support funding relating to cover fees, books etc (qualifications only) T&C apply.
  • Pay for your course in instalments via direct debit (over £100), ask for details.
  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans for Level 3 courses and above – no repayments until you earn over £25,000

If you are unsure on what price you should pay, please contact us on 01609 536066 or email adultlearningservice@northyorks.gov.uk