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This chapter focuses on the importance of effective communication in health and social care settings. It explores various types of communication, including verbal, non-verbal, written, and alternative methods such as sign language, Makaton, and Braille. Emphasis is placed on recognizing and interpreting non-verbal cues, adapting communication styles to meet individual needs, and understanding the impact of body language, gestures, and facial expressions.

Module 1
Communication
Module 2
Recognising Barriers to Effective Communication
Module 3
Relevant Legislation
Module 4
Informed Consent
Module 5
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Effective communication helps care workers understand individual needs, build trusting relationships, promote dignity and provide safe, person-centred support.
The course covers verbal, non-verbal, written communication, sign language, Makaton and Braille, helping learners communicate effectively with people with different needs.
Communication can be adapted by considering a person’s needs, preferences, abilities and communication style, using suitable language, methods and non-verbal cues.
Non-verbal communication includes body language, facial expressions, gestures, eye contact and posture. Recognising these cues can help care workers understand how a person feels.
Touch should always be appropriate, respectful and person-centred. Care workers should consider consent, individual preferences and infection control requirements.