Disability 101

AHEAD is an independent non-profit organisation working to create inclusive environments in education and employment for people with disabilities. The main focus of our work is further education and training, higher education and graduate employment.

AHEAD provides information to students and graduates with disabilities, teachers, guidance counsellors and parents on disability issues in education. We undertake national research relating to the inclusion of students with disabilities, contribute to national policy forums and provide professional development opportunities to develop the capacity of staff in FET and higher education to be more inclusive.

AHEAD works with graduates and employers through the GET AHEAD Graduate Forum and the WAM Mentored Work Placement Programme.

This digital badge is awarded upon completion of AHEAD's Disability 101 course, from the ARK range of courses.

By the end of the course, you should:

• Understand the range and nature of disabilities, as well as alternative ‘models’ of disability,
• Understand how different disabilities can impact on teaching, learning, assessment, and the workplace,
• Be aware of relevant legislation to protect the rights of disabled people,
• Consider how improved processes, practices and policies within your organisation could create better working or learning environments for all users, especially those with disabilities.