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London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has a new online course launching in July.
Register for the course here:https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/children-with-developmental-disabilities
We are pleased to announce this free online course from the International Centre for Evidence in Disability at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine!
Integrated Healthcare for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Over this 3 week course, we will explore how to deliver appropriate, high-quality healthcare for children with development disabilities.
By the end of the course you will able to:
• Describe developmental disability and the impact of impairment on children and their families
• Explain how early intervention can improve long-term outcomes for children with developmental disabilities
• Identify the specialist and general healthcare needs of children with developmental disabilities
• Investigate the barriers and solutions to improve a child’s access to healthcare services
• Explore the importance of working in equal partnership with children and their families
• Reflect on the broader needs and fundamental rights of children with developmental disabilities
• Discuss how to collaborate with other service providers
Join the conversation on social media: Use the hashtag #FLhealthchilddisability to join social media conversations from across the globe.
Register for the course here:https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/children-with-developmental-disabilities