Fundamentally the entire course should form the backdrop of the clinical work of staff in learning disability services (see Sections 1 and 2 of the Course Reader). However - for specific issues relating to clients with learning disabilities - consult Section 3 of the Course Reader, Working with people with learning disabilities and all documents referred to in this Section.

Download as follows:

Section 3 of Course Reader, working with people with learning disabilities

Sample Confidentiality Agreement Form (for use with clients who require visual aids)

Life events checklist - assessment

Life events checklist - rationale

Respond Tree outline

Respond Tree sample

Pre-Trial Therapy Guidance

Sobsey Therapeutic Model

Safety Model for Survivors of Sexual Abuse

This Safety Model is included in the Course Reader but can also be downloaded as a separate document.

The National Mental Health Development Unit (NMHDU) is the agency charged with supporting the implementation of mental health policy in England by the Department of Health in collaboration with the NHS, Local Authorities and other major stakeholders.