Effective Communication & Emotional Support Strategies (in PDC in Adult Disability Support & Inclusive Communication in Specialist Diploma in Adult Disability Practice)
About This Course
This module equips participants with inclusive communication strategies to effectively engage adults with disabilities and their caregivers. It covers techniques for building trust, supporting resilience, and motivating clients using principles from positive psychology and trauma-informed care. Participants will learn to adapt communication to diverse needs, recognise signs of distress, and manage sensitive topics such as safe relationships. The module also explores caregiver engagement, focusing on collaboration, boundary-setting, and navigating differing expectations. Through applied learning, participants will develop the interpersonal and ethical competencies essential for fostering meaningful relationships and supporting the holistic well-being of adults with disabilities.
What You'll Learn
a. Apply person-centred planning principles to develop individualised support plans
b. Facilitate inclusive community living by addressing participation barriers and co-creating sustainable support systems
c. Communicate effectively with adults with disabilities and their caregivers
d. Conduct vocational profiling and job matching, and support individuals
e. Facilitate vocational engagement and workplace inclusion
f. Navigate Singapore’s adult disability policy landscape
Entry Requirements
A Polytechnic Diploma or ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Learn Technical Diploma / Work-Study diploma
OR a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
OR a Post-Secondary Certificate with at least 3 years of relevant working experience.
Applicants who do not meet the above minimum entry requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis