Makaton Training - Level 1 (Keep Signing)

Monday 31 March 2025
09:00 to 15:00

Katie from Keep Signing will deliver two separate training sessions at TBXH Sunley House, 4 Bedford Park, Croydon, Surrey, CR0 2AP:

  • Level 1 Makaton Training – Monday, 31st March, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Full-day session)
  • Level 2 Makaton Training – Thursday, 27th March, and Friday, 28th March, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Two-part training; attendees must complete both sessions to receive certification)

 

About the Training:

  • Level 1 provides a practical introduction to the Makaton Language Programme. Sessions include discussing commonly asked questions, hints and tips for effective signing and symbol use and how to start using Makaton in everyday situations at home or work. You will also learn the signs and symbols from Stages 1 and 2 (145 concepts) which is every day, functional communicative words.
  • Level 2 provides a follow on from Level 1 and requires participants to bring their Level 1 certificate.

 

You will receive a Participant's Manual which includes the Makaton symbols and line drawings of the signs that you learn in the workshop.

 

You will also be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your Level 1 and Level 2 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.

 

For more information, please email FamilyHubs@croydon.gov.uk.

 

You can also visit Katie's website here: Keep Signing | Online and Face to Face Makaton courses