Supporting Positive Relationships Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
A professional Erasmus+ course for teachers, special education professionals and support practitioners who help individuals with intellectual disabilities develop positive relationships, communication skills and social inclusion.
Course Description
Supporting Positive Relationships for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities is a professional development course designed for teachers, special education professionals, psychologists, counsellors, social workers, youth workers, and other educational practitioners who support individuals with intellectual disabilities in educational, social, and community settings.
Building healthy relationships, understanding personal boundaries, developing social skills, and promoting emotional well-being are essential components of independent living and social inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Participants will examine topics such as personal development, social interaction, communication skills, emotional awareness, self-advocacy, personal safety, healthy relationships, family involvement, and inclusive educational practices.
Methodology
This course is based on experiential learning, collaborative learning, case-study analysis, role-playing activities, reflective practice, group discussions, problem-solving exercises, practical workshops, and real-life educational applications.
Participants will engage in interactive activities, communication simulations, collaborative planning exercises, scenario-based discussions, and practical interventions designed to strengthen relationship-building skills and promote inclusive support strategies.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the developmental and social characteristics of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Promote positive relationships and social inclusion.
- Support communication and interpersonal skill development.
- Foster emotional awareness and self-regulation skills.
- Encourage personal autonomy and self-advocacy.
- Teach personal boundaries, privacy, and safety awareness.
- Support healthy friendship and relationship development.
- Implement inclusive educational and social participation strategies.
- Strengthen collaboration with families and support networks.
- Develop individualized support plans for social and emotional development.
- Apply evidence-based approaches that promote well-being and independence.
- Create supportive and inclusive environments that respect diversity and individual needs.
Available Dates & Locations
5-Day Training Programme
Understanding Intellectual Disabilities and Social Development
Topics
- Characteristics of intellectual disabilities.
- Social and emotional development.
- Communication and relationship needs.
- Promoting inclusion and participation.
- Understanding individual strengths and challenges.
Tasks
- Course introduction and participant networking.
- Group discussions on inclusive practices.
- Case-study analysis.
- Reflection activities.
- Developing learner profiles.
Communication, Boundaries and Personal Safety
Topics
- Communication skills development.
- Personal boundaries and privacy.
- Self-awareness and self-expression.
- Personal safety and decision-making.
- Supporting independence.
Tasks
- Communication workshops.
- Role-playing exercises.
- Practical activities on personal boundaries.
- Scenario analysis.
- Collaborative problem-solving sessions.
Building Positive Relationships and Emotional Well-Being
Topics
- Friendship and relationship skills.
- Emotional awareness and regulation.
- Developing self-confidence.
- Social participation and belonging.
- Preventing social isolation.
Tasks
- Emotional intelligence activities.
- Relationship-building workshops.
- Group discussions.
- Reflection exercises.
- Development of social skills activities.
Family Collaboration and Support Networks
Topics
- Family engagement and cooperation.
- Multi-disciplinary support approaches.
- Community inclusion opportunities.
- Strengthening support systems.
- Collaborative intervention planning.
Tasks
- Case-study workshops.
- Family-school partnership activities.
- Development of support plans.
- Group discussions on best practices.
- Collaborative planning sessions.
Creating Inclusive and Supportive Environments
Topics
- Inclusive educational practices.
- Promoting autonomy and self-determination.
- Long-term support strategies.
- Action planning for educational settings.
- Evaluation and continuous improvement.
Tasks
- Development of individual action plans.
- Presentation of participant projects.
- Peer feedback and reflection.
- International networking activities.
- Course evaluation and certification ceremony.
Objectives of the Mobility Experience
- Strengthen understanding of intellectual disabilities and social development.
- Promote positive relationships and social inclusion.
- Improve communication and interpersonal support skills.
- Foster autonomy, independence, and self-advocacy.
- Support emotional well-being and social participation.
- Strengthen cooperation between families, schools, and support services.
- Encourage inclusive educational practices.
- Enhance the quality of support provided to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Type of Certification Awarded
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