Activity TRAINING Assessment Certificate (A.T A.C)

Accredited by the ODLQC

What is ATAC?
ATAC is an accredited modular home-study distance learning course leading to a demonstration of competence in underpinning knowledge required for the role of Activities therapists working in Care Homes, day centres or other care settings. This unique form of training is ideal for anyone wishing to carry out meaningful activities. There is an emphasis on the concept of ‘life themes’ as part of the planning and implementation process. The course provides important underpinning knowledge for staff working within the new Skills for Care framework and for staff involved in NVQ’s, particularly 2 and 3, in care. The training is accredited by the ODLQC.
http://www.odlqc.org.uk/pr-incare.htm

What is the content?
The 5 modules are: 1- getting started, 2- various types of activities, 3- planning a group, 4-working with individuals, and 5-Further developing your key skills. As well as the 5 modules, there are 50 assessment questions, 34 individual exercises, essential “ready to copy” documentation that can be used immediately including evaluation, assessment and planning sheets.

What is involved?
You will need to read the course book, collect evidence, complete the course work including the exercises and audits, and return it to the assessment centre for marking. Successful candidates then receive the ATAC certificate. You should need only about 3 months to complete the course, based on 1-2 hrs per week.

How much does it cost?
For a limited period only you can enrol for just £85.00 (e-course) or £99.00 (plus £4.95 postage) as a paper copy. This cost includes the course pack, all materials, individual candidate support and marking and ATAC certificate!

7- day money back guarantee
You may return the pack within 7 days for all full refund so long as the pack has not been opened from it’s sealed envelope.

Qualification and Credit Framework
Act 201 - Understand activity provision in Social Care
Act 202 - Understand the benefits of Engaging in Activities in Social Care
Act 204 - Understand the delivery of activities in Social Care

Optional units:
Act 208 - Understand the benefits of reminiscence as an activity
Act 206 - Therapeutic Approaches for activity Provision in social care
Act 201 - Dementia awareness
HSC2023 - Contribute to supporting group care activities
LD 201 - Understand the context of supporting individuals with a learning disability

To enrol or find out more:
Tel: 01243 867113 / Fax 01243 869121 email: atac@incareservices.com