Introduction to Sensory Loss

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
T/618/3779
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Aim

In this unit, learners will have the opportunity to find out what causes sensory loss and how people can be supported. Learners will also find out the importance of using a person-centred approach when working with people with a sensory loss.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the importance of a person-centred approach when working with individuals with sensory loss.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Outline why it is important to recognise and value an individual with sensory loss as a person first.

  • 1.2

    Give examples of how to use a person-centred approach when working with individuals with sensory loss.

2

Know the main causes of sensory loss.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Outline the main causes of sensory loss.

    2.1: Main causes of sensory loss, for example:

    • medical conditions
    • environmental factors
    • accidents
    • genetic condition
3

Understand the importance of effective communication for individuals with sensory loss.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Outline factors that need to be considered when communicating with individuals with

    a) sight loss

    b) hearing loss

    c) deafblindness.

    3.1: Factors, for example:

    a) sight loss:

    • may have no vision or restricted vision, so they cannot read body language

    b) hearing loss:

    • may use lip reading, so positioning will be important
    • aids need to be working effectively

    c) deaf/blindness:

    • may have difficulty understanding concepts, need to use other senses to help with understanding
  • 3.2

    Identify the benefits of effective communication on the lives of individuals with sensory loss.

    3.2: Benefits, for example:

    • social
    • emotional
    • cognitive
  • 3.3

    Outline how information can be made accessible to individuals with sensory loss.

    3.3: How information can be made accessible, for example:

    • information technology and other digital products
    • audio and visual aids
    • braille, Makaton, sign language