Understanding & Interacting with Persons with Disabilities

Course Overview

With the inception of the Enabling Master Plan over a decade ago,  there were several initiatives and policies put in place to promote the well-being and integration of persons with disabilities (PwDs). To co-create an inclusive culture and environment, we need to better skill the society in integrating and supporting PwDs.

More training opportunities could be provided for persons without disabilities who frequently meet PwDs in their work or community activities to acquire important knowledge and skills to facilitate the integration of PwDs. This course aims to make such a training module an integral part of staff training for companies and agencies serving the public. The authentic interaction with PwDs is a key element in this course, which will enhance the desired mindset and contribute critically to an inclusive culture. 

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This module targets participants who will interact with PwDs in the course of their work or daily activities. They may need to support or care for persons with various types of disabilities. Hence, there is a need for them to identify and understand the needs and concerns of people with physical, emotional, learning, and intellectual disabilities. The same need may be extended to families living with people with various disabilities as well.

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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Relate to the challenges and needs of PwDs.

• Treat persons with disabilities with respect and dignity.

• Support persons with disabilities in moving from one location to another with the help of a transport device or working aid.

• Adjust the implementation of WSH to meet the needs of PwDs in the workplace and in daily situations.

• Apply appropriate self-care techniques to maintain emotional health of oneself.