Supporting People with Multiple and Profound Disabilities C0002

People with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) are unique individuals but sometimes it is helpful to talk about groups of people who have common concerns, have distinctive needs, face barriers to being included and who need help to fight for their equal rights.

Objectives of the Supporting People with Multiple and Profound Disabilities Module:

• Define ‘profound and multiple learning disabilities”
• Outline the potential impact of a multiple disabilities on a person
• Describe best practices for supporting and meeting the needs of people with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)