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Communication skills for people with learning difficulties who stammer

Do you stammer and have a learning difficulty? Come and meet other people who stammer, talk about how stammering affects you and learn how to speak more confidently. Please contact us for an interview on 020 7492 2578.

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Key course information

Dates
18/01/12 - 21/03/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
10 weeks

Time
15:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £45
Senior fee: £45
Concession: £35

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
XS206*

Availability
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This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is about helping you to speak more confidently. You'll have the opportunity to meet other people who stammer and talk about stammering in a safe place. You'll learn ways to help you feel better about the way you speak.

What topics will we cover?

Stammering: some facts and figures
Your feelings about stammering
How to speak more easily
The importance of eye contact
How to be a better listener
Getting your message across confidently.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

By the end of the course you will be able to:
Talk about your stammer in a group
Share with the other students how you feel about stammering
Get to know other people who stammer
Talk more confidently in groups
Listen to others while they are speaking.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for students with learning difficulties and who also stammer. You need to be able to participate in shared activities with some or no support, sustain concentration for at least short periods and show interest in the subject.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Group work
Pair work
Practical exercises
Role play
Question and answer sessions
Use of video
Giving short talks to the group.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

None.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Through discussion and feedback from yourself and others including the tutor. In addition, your progress will be regularly assessed and monitored by your tutor who will provide informal, regular feedback throughout the course. At the end of your study programme you will be asked to self-assess your own progress and achievement against the course objectives above. The tutor will endorse your assessment which will be formally recorded on a standard form (the Statement of Learning).

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. You will be encouraged to give your views throughout the course.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Further advice on stammering therapy is available from Speech Therapy (020 7492 2578; speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk). Advice on Progress courses and additional support for other City Lit courses is available Monday, Tuesday and Friday 12.30 to 1.30pm. Please call the Progress office for more information on 020 7492 2586.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2578

speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

Please contact us by phone, email or letter if you would like to discuss any of the courses, or to arrange a pre-enrolment advice session where necessary.

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