Introductory Awareness of Sensory Loss

Unit ID:
CCY237
Unit Code:
PT12CY030
Level:
Two
Credit Value:
2
Sector:
1.3
LDCS:
PT1
GLH:
16
Last registration date:
31/08/2023
Lower age restriction:
16
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Purpose and Aim

The purpose of this unit is to provide the learner with introductory knowledge about sensory loss.

Learning Outcomes

The learner will

Assessment Criteria

The learner can
1. Understand the factors that impact on an individual with sensory loss and steps that can be taken to overcome these.
1.1Describe how a range of factors have a negative and positive impact on individuals with sensory loss.
1.2Identify steps that can be taken to overcome factors that have a negative impact on individuals with sensory loss.
1.3Explain how individuals with sensory loss can be disabled by attitudes and beliefs.
1.4Identify steps that could be taken to overcome disabling attitudes and beliefs.
2. Understand the importance of effective communication for individuals with sensory loss.
2.1Outline what needs to be considered when communicating with individuals with:
  • sight loss
  • hearing loss
  • deaf blindness.
2.2Describe how effective communication may have a positive impact on the lives of individuals with sensory loss.
2.3Explain how information can be made accessible to individuals with sensory loss.
3. Know the main causes and conditions of sensory loss.
3.1Outline the main causes of sensory loss.
3.2Explain the difference between congenital acquired sensory loss.
3.3State what percentage of the general population is likely to have sensory loss.
4. Know how to recognise when an individual may be experiencing sight and / or hearing loss.
4.1Outline the indicators and signs of:
  • sight loss
  • deaf blindness
  • hearing loss.
4.2Explain where additional advice and support can be sourced in relation to sensory loss.
5. Know how to report concerns about sensory loss.
5.1Describe to whom and how concerns about sight and / or hearing loss can be reported.

Assessment Methods:

There are no prescribed assessment methods for this unit. Assessments used should be fit for purpose for the unit and learners, and generate evidence of achievement for all the assessment criteria.

Assessment Information:

There is no specific assessment information to be used with this unit.

If not specifically stated in the assessment information, a plural statement in any assessment criterion means a minimum of two.

Other Mappings:

Mapping to National Occupational Standards (NOS) and the Knowledge and Skills Framework(KSF) for the NHS

NOS ref: Sensory Services 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11

Assessor Requirements:

This unit must be assessed in accordance with Skills for Care and Development’s QCF Assessment Principles.

Additional information
Sensory Loss could include:
Sight loss
Hearing loss
Deafblindness

Factors could include:
Communication
Information
Familiar layouts and routines
Mobility