Learning disability and dementia: Audit of staff training pilot

Abstract

This paper reports on a one-day training programme developed to support staff working with people who have a learning disability and dementia across two different Social Education Centres. Participants were asked to complete an evaluation at the end of training to reflect on what they had learned; the usefulness of the training; and the most beneficial aspects of the training. The programme was initially designed in response to clinical demand but it serves as a pilot highlighting the need for training staff and how this should be considered as part of the wider care pathway for adults who have a Learning Disability and