Training for sighted people

We offer training programmes and consultancy services to staff, members of the public and other service providers who support people with a visual impairment, including those with additional disabilities. We can tailor the training to meet the needs of your organisation.

These services aim to raise awareness of visual impairment and disability, and include:

Disability etiquette training

Is it OK to say ‘see you later’ to a blind person? Should I offer to help a wheelchair user to open a door?

This 1 hour practical seminar will give staff the confidence and knowledge to welcome customers with disabilities into their company or organisation.

Practical sighted guide training

This two hour training session covers the techniques for guiding visually impaired people with safety and confidence.

Visual impairment awareness training

This one-day practical workshop will give staff the skills and confidence to support visually impaired staff and clients. Also included is  information on different eye conditions, sighted guide skills and aids and equipment to support independent living.

Disability advice and consultancy

We can visit your company and assist you in meeting legal obligations in relation to the disability discrimination act.

Braille transcription

We offer a professional service transcribing documents into braille, large print and audio.

Whether you are an individual who would like a single document converting, or a business with a large batch of documents to transcribe, we can help. 

We can convert any type of document from letters and bank statements to menus, leaflets, books and magazines. 

For more information on training, advice and consultancy, contact us on 01423 886451 or email Nicola Millar

 

Manager, Betty’s Tea Rooms “What a difference a little training can make”