Understanding Disabilities
Module Intro
Apart from identical twins, and maybe even then, everyone is different. The same goes with disabilities. Within each disability name, as for anyone, there are a wide range of different ways people move think and behave. However, knowing what some of the common characteristics are gives you a starting point for your assessment and helps build confidence.
Each of the topics below summarises the more common disabilities. Please complete each topic, then take the quiz at the bottom.
Relevant Resources
The Adaptive Instructor’s Manual has lots of in-depth detail on each of the disabilities. It is important to explore this content so you have a good background of understanding prior to attending the Adaptive Level One.