Training Days
We run two main types of training day to equip churches.
Ministry training days
These are very interactive days where people learn from trying out new skills and discussing things with others on the course. The teaching input is given in advance in the form of a CD with talks on all the key issues.
Areas covered in the training include use of language, worship and worship leading, planning and leading meetings, teaching, Makaton and supporting people to participate fully.
Typical training day schedule:
Saturday 10am to 4.30pm
To see planned training days click diary dates. Click here for a booking form to download: CP Ministry Training Booking Form March 10.pdf or email the Causeway Prospects administrator cwpadmin@prospects.org.uk
Makaton training days
Many people with learning disabilities have limited language skills and use Makaton signs and symbols to converse and communicate needs. Often people who do not need the Makaton signs for understanding still like to use them. Using Makaton signing in worship adds an extra dimension, allowing people to use movement to express their appreciation of God.
The training day equips people with a basic vocabulary for communication and worship through songs, prayers, Bible stories and games. It is very suitable for people with learning disabilities, their friends, supporters and family, and Causeway Prospects Group team members. All training days are led by Makaton tutors who have been specially trained by Causeway Prospects.
To book Makaton Training Days, you can download a form here: CP Makaton Training Booking Form March 10.pdf
‘Moving on with Makaton Training Days’
This new training ‘Moving on with Makaton’ is open to all – people with learning disabilities, people involved in leading and helping Causeway Prospects groups, carers, helpers, friends and family. It provides further training for those who have already completed the introductory Makaton Training Day.
‘Moving on’ is led by a registered Makaton Tutor.
The training day aims to –
- Develop the communication skills of all participants
- Teach new signs and symbols for communication and worship.
- Extend skills in the use of signs and symbols for prayer and using the Bible.
To book Moving on with Makaton Training Days, you can download a form here: CP Moving on with Makaton Training Booking Form Jan 10.pdf
| Date | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20 | Ministry Training Day Read more | Reading (Woodley) |
| Apr 10 | Makaton Training Day Read more | Newtownabbey |
| Apr 10 | Makaton Training Day Read more | Belfast |
| Apr 17 | Makaton Training Day Read more | Ilfracombe |
| May 8 | Makaton Training Day Read more | Romford |
| May 22 | Ministry Training Day Read more | Stevenage |
| May 29 | Makaton Training Day Read more | Southport |
| Jun 5 | Ministry Training Day Read more | Telford |
| Jun 12 | Ministry Training Day Read more | Leicester |
| Jun 19 | Ministry Training Day Read more | Christchurch |
