Makaton Foundation Course: new dates announced
Certified Makaton Tutor Andy McLoughlin is running another two-day Makaton Foundation level course on Friday 27th September and Monday 30th September.
For those who have experienced the frustration of being unable to communicate meaningfully or effectively, Makaton really can help. Makaton takes away that frustration and enables individuals to connect with other people and the world around them. This opens up all kinds of possibilities.
Makaton is extremely flexible as it can be personalised to an individual's needs and used at a level suitable for them. It can be used to:
- share thoughts, choices and emotions
- label real objects, pictures, photos and places
- take part in games and songs
- listen to, read and tell stories
- create recipes, menus and shopping lists
- write letters and messages
- help people find their way around public buildings
Today over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs. Most people start using Makaton as children then naturally stop using the signs and symbols as they no longer need them. However, some people will need to use Makaton for their whole lives.
Andy McLoughlin is a Licensed Makton tutor. Andy has been using Makaton for ten years and has been a tutor for more than four years. This year he upgraded to become a Regional Tutor which allows him to teach the Foundation and Enhancement workshops alongside the Beginners’ and Follow Up workshops. Andy can also run the workshops externally to The Vinery centre, allowing him to reach a wider audience. Andy uses Makaton every day to communicate with a variety of different users.
“Learning Makaton is a great way to interact, people love getting involved and are always keen to learn new signs” – Andy
To book onto the course or for more information, please contact Andy on 07758 099225 or andymc.makatontutor@gmail.com
