Are you looking to improve your knowledge and skills in intellectual and developmental disabilities or mental health? ISDS’s experts deliver training online or in person, involving interactive learning techniques and covering theoretical and practical applications. View available training dates on the online registration form.
We offer Disability and Mental Health Training that is innovative and research-led. Our training modules and research covers conditions such as ADHD, Apert Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Developmental Hearing Loss, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Kernicterus and Language and Speech Difficulties and more. By delivering quality education and training to anyone (students, academics, researchers, families of people with disabilities, carers, health workers and service providers) interested in disabilities including but not limited to IDD. We aim to improve care standards and public attitudes towards disabled people, reducing stigma and enhancing their quality of life.
This module aims to develop your understanding, knowledge and perception of intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (e.g., Down's Syndrome, Autism and ADHD); exploring basic facts about causes of disabilities, historical and contemporary concepts and models of disability, implications of terminologies such as intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities and learning difficulties, and ways to support individuals through exploration of case scenarios.
This module aims to explore factors and processes that lead to the social and educational exclusion of disabled people in our society; examining legislation and policies related to disability and their practical and cultural implications for disabled people; and reflecting on ways to improve the lives of disabled people through better support, with a special focus on diverse and multicultural societies. It also encourages critical thinking about inclusive practices
This session aims to explore historical, medical, and contemporary definitions of mental health/illness and how policy and practice have changed over time; illuminating the intricate connection between spirituality and mental health from various perspectives. It will also develop understanding of how spiritual/religious and medical interpretations influence the experience, diagnosis, and the variety of treatments people access for mental health.
This module covers leadership and management theories in the context of service provision and explores knowledge and understanding of the role of leadership and management in promoting the interests and support for disabled people in all aspects of the disability field across African countries. It examines how effective leadership can influence policy, drive advocacy, and improve service delivery. The module also considers the challenges and opportunities within different cultural, political, and economic contexts. We recommend this training for anyone involved in policy-making, advocacy, service development, or holding current or future positions of leadership in the disability sector. Participants will engage in practical case studies and peer discussions.
This academic skills module introduces participants to the principles and philosophical foundations of social research, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. It equips learners with essential skills to design and evaluate small-scale research projects, critically assess published research, and apply ethical standards. Through interactive sessions, participants will learn how to formulate research questions, select appropriate methodologies, methods, and interpret research findings. The module also supports participants at different stages of research, whether developing a new project or seeking guidance on an ongoing one, offering practical tools and mentorship to strengthen research in the fields of disability, mental health, and inclusion
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