Learning Outcomes

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

• Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold.
• Differentiate between impairment and disability, and briefly summarise the different ‘models’ of disability.
• Describe key aspects of appropriate communication with people with disabilities.
• Describe the prevalence of disability and the major causes of disability.
• Explain how inclusion can be promoted using the twin-track approach.
• Explain how you can support community rehabilitation in your catchment area.