Training & Events
Training Programme: 2026
Disclaimer
Details shared at training sessions or events are for informational purposes only. It remains the responsibility of the user to carefully consider any additional information. This includes considering individual circumstances, relevant law and legal opinion, before making any decisions based on details shared at the WCFID’s training sessions or events. details shared at the WCFID’s
October – November – December
LEARNING TO USE THE TOILET: A VISUAL CUE RESOURCE FOR TOILET TRAINING OF CHILDREN (and ADULTS) WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Please note: Numbers are limited to 20 participants
APRON PROJECT: A TOOL TO ASSIST THOSE WITH BARRIERS TO VERBAL COMMUNICATION
The Apron Project is an alternative communication resource designed for staff at Special Care Centres to assist any child or adult with barriers to verbal communication.
BUILDING COMPASSIONATE CARE THROUGH EMOTIONAL ATTUNEMENT
The Building Compassionate Care Through Emotional Attunement training course, is designed to support care staff working with people with intellectual disability in residential and protective workshop settings. Providing quality care goes beyond meeting physical needs, it requires emotional awareness, understanding, and the ability to respond with empathy and patience.
Places for this course are limited, please register soon!
PRINCIPALS MEETING: ALL PRINCIPALS AND SUPERVISORS OF SPECIAL CARE CENTRES / 24-HOUR CARE FACILITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH SEVERE TO PROFOUND INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Online Training Courses
ONLINE: ALL ABOUT ME – PROVIDING SEXUALITY AND LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION TO CHLDREN AND ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
This online version is an adaptation of the in-person All About Me training, developed by Rebecca Johns and hosted by the WCFID since 2007. Participants can complete the modules at a time convenient to them.
METHODS: Videos, readings, quizzes, personal reflection, chat forums and short assignments.
PART ONE is intended for everyone, including Heads of Departments and Principals. It provides essential background information on why sexuality education is important for adults and children with intellectual disability, addresses common concerns, summarises the legal framework and focuses on the need for guidelines within organisations. PART ONE (19 October – 1 November 2026) requires approximately 7,5 hours to complete.
PART TWO is aimed at educators, health professionals and caregivers working directly with children or adults with intellectual disability. It provides participants with practical tools, planning and skills needed to set up and run a sexuality programme, PART TWO (2 November – 22 November) requires approximately 12 hours to complete.
CPD/CPTD POINTS: Participants requiring CPD/CPTD points must complete all assignments, evaluation forms and a multiple-choice assessment at the end of each module with a minimum score of 70% on the first attempt.
15 SACE CPTD points approved for Parts One and Two together. HPCSA and SACSSP CPD points pending.
ONLINE: DIGITAL LITERACY COURSE FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Participants can complete this online course on their own or with the help of a supporter.
Supporters receive a free Supporter’s Guide. There is no cost for supporters.
An option for members only: The WCFID can assist with support by facilitating the training at your centre.
For more information or to register, please email: support@wcfid.co.za
