What the Students Say

“It was excellent to actually have people with learning disabilities to take the session.”

“Gave me great insight on how hard it can be for someone with LD to communicate their problems such as pain.”

“I think that listening to the views of those with learning disabilities was very useful for my future career.”

“It was interesting and informative and made me think about communication. It was comprehensive and relevant – nothing needs to change.”

“The role play helped me to understand the restrictions they could face and how it can be difficult for them to communicate their needs.”

“It made me think about how I would explain things and which words I would use. It was really good because it was a practical session.”

“The tutorial, where pairs did role play, was a real learning experience.”

“It was interactive. We were given patient experiences. It’s helped me to realise what needs to be changed and adapted in my communication skills.”