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SUMMARY:Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Caucus training  - Improving employment outcomes in the workplace
DESCRIPTION:Information from Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Caucus \n“The EDI Caucus is funded by UKRI and the British Academy and based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. We’ve conducted research over the last three years on how to make workplaces better for disabled and neurodivergent people\, and people who struggle to manage menstruation or perimenopause at work. \nWe’re hosting a series of free training workshops\, two of which will be led in BSL by Prof Jemina Napier of Heriot-Watt University. Here is a link to Prof Napier signing the explanation of these workshops: https://go.hw.ac.uk/BSL-EDICa \nEnclosed is a poster with information\, and the link to that video. \nThese workshops would be suitable for deaf people in the workplace\, especially those who manage people. But also suitable for interpreters. \nWe have a series of dates – including two in person in Edinburgh – for hearing people as well. Full info and details can be found on our webpage: https://edicaucus.ac.uk/impact/“ \nLeaflet link
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/equality-diversity-and-inclusion-edi-caucus-training-improving-employment-outcomes-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T160000
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SUMMARY:Oticon webinar - Supporting Parent\, Student and Teacher Understanding of Hearing Loss
DESCRIPTION:“Parent\, student\, and teacher understanding of hearing loss is crucial to the overall wellbeing of children who are deaf or hard of hearing at school and in other learning and social environments. Historically\, the audiogram has been an educational tool for hearing professionals to support their counselling. This webinar will explore limitations of the audiogram and discuss new tools available for hearing professionals. \n4:00pm: Welcome (Alison Stone)\n4:05pm: Revisiting the Familiar Sounds Audiogram: Considerations for Hearing Professionals (Lisa Davidson\, PhD)\n4:50pm: Adaptive DM Remote Microphones: The Technology Behind EduMic (Dave Gordey\, PhD)\n5:10pm: PEAK: An Online Mentorship Program for D/HH Students (Dave Gordey\, PhD)\n5:30pm: Wrap up” \nEvent link
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/oticon-webinar-supporting-parent-student-and-teacher-understanding-of-hearing-loss/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:UK Auditory Verbal CEN – “Highlights from the 2025 AG Bell Symposium”
DESCRIPTION:UK Auditory Verbal CEN – “Highlights from the 2025 AG Bell Symposium” on 5th March from 13:30 – 16:00 (GMT) \nDescription \nThis CEN will provide an opportunity to hear brief highlights from five key presentations delivered at the 2025 AG Bell Symposium. Five colleagues will each share a short summary of a presentation they found particularly relevant to clinical practice. \nYou will shortly receive an email with details of the five selected topics.\nIn the meantime\, if you attended the AG Bell Symposium last year and there was a presentation that had a real impact on your practice\, we would warmly encourage you to get in touch and volunteer to present it to the group. Presentations should be a maximum of 10 minutes. \nWe would like the UK AV CEN to be a collaborative and inclusive space\, where everyone feels involved and encouraged to contribute—whether you are a student\, early-career professional\, or experienced clinician. \nAfter a short break\, we will move into a peer-to-peer support session\, where we can share and discuss challenging cases together. If you have a child on your caseload you would like to discuss\, please feel free to bring a short description or brief video clip. The session will be interactive\, with the group sharing ideas and strategies based on your questions. \nFinally\, we would like to hear your views on the new CEN name: “UK Auditory Verbal CEN.” \n\nDoes this name feel inclusive and representative?\nShould we consider alternatives?\n\nWe would also welcome your feedback on training needs and suggestions for topics you would like to see covered in future CENs. \nSchedule \n13:30 – Welcome and introductions\n13:35 – Highlights from five presentations at the 2025 AG Bell Symposium\n14:35 – Group discussion\n14:55 – Break\n15:05 – Peer-to-peer support: discussing challenging cases\n15:40 – Your voice matters: training needs\, feedback\, and ideas for future CENs\n16:00 – Conclusion \nAccessibility of our services\, including supporting language and communication preferences\, is really important to us. If you have any access needs\, please get in touch with us in advance so we can ensure the event is fully accessible to you\, including using British Sign Language (BSL) and any adjustments you may need to participate comfortably. Email us at courses@avuk.org or call 01869 325 000. \nRegister here: https://www.avuk.org/uk-auditory-verbal-cen
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/uk-auditory-verbal-cen-highlights-from-the-2025-ag-bell-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T180000
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SUMMARY:Humanistic Counselling Skills for Professionals Who Support Families Impacted by Hearing Loss - Sheffield
DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you a Teacher of the Deaf\, an Educational Audiologist\, a Rehabilitation Therapist or a Speech & Language Therapist. If so\, do you fancy some free counselling training\, equivalent to 14 hours of training? The course we offer is delivered in three parts. \nPart One (The Learn Phase) – 1.5 hours online \nYou will receive an introduction to counselling\, statistics pertaining to hearing loss-related mental health and an overview of why counselling support is beneficial for this group. Towards the end of this session\, we will also cover listening skills. \nPart Two (The Practice Phase) – 10 hours in person \nYou will receive an informative introduction to Humanistic Therapy\, one of the tenets of person-centred therapy. You will be guided through engaging content followed by thought-provoking questions designed to enhance your learning. You will be provided with scenarios\, and practical tips so that you can empower adults and families impacted by hearing loss. You will also get an opportunity to practice those counselling skills. \nPart Three (The Master Phase) – 2.5 hours online \nYou will now get an opportunity to present a brief case study based on your practice. This is made easy using a template we provide. All case studies are anonymised to ensure confidentiality\, but as a group we will come together online to provide feedback\, drawing on the humanistic skills we have learnt. \n  \nDATES FOR SHEFFIELD \nPart 1: March 4th at 6PM (online) \nPart 2: March 20th and 21st (in person) \nPart 3: April 15th or 16th* at 6PM (online) \n  \n* A second provisional date is provided for Part 3. For groups larger than 12\, the cohort will be divided into two so we can complete Part 3. You will have a choice of either date if you are in a group of 12 or more. You do not need to attend both dates in Part 3. \nIf you are interested\, click on the links below to find out more. If you apply before the deadline for your chosen location\, your course may be sponsored by MED-EL. \nLINK: https://beheardbymedel.com/professionals/humanistic.html
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/humanistic-counselling-skills-for-professionals-who-support-families-impacted-by-hearing-loss-sheffield/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T093000
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SUMMARY:Ewing Foundation - Way to Play: a playful approach for young autistic children
DESCRIPTION:4th March 2026\, 9.30am – 4pm. \nWay to Play: a playful approach for young autistic children presented by Neil Stuart (Autism New Zealand) and Alison Taylor (Bishop Grosseteste University) \nEdgebaston Park Hotel\, 53 Edgebaston Park Road\, Birmingham B15 2RS \nTickets £75 \nWe will be hosting a special training day based on the work of Autism New Zealand. The event is for professionals working with autistic deaf children and young people in mainstream settings\, resource provisions and specialist placements. \nThe day will look at Way to Play\, an approach to playing joyously with young autistic children\, developed by Neil Stuart and Tanya Blakey from Autism New Zealand. \nThe approach helps to build children’s communication\, social reciprocity\, shared attention\, imitation\, emotion regulation\, planning\, and problem-solving skills through joyful caregiver-child interactions. Let’s Play is the parent mediated programme developed from the Way to Play approach. \nDuring the training\, Neil will describe the theoretical basis of this approach as well as demonstrating strategies used in Way to Play and Let’s Play. Neil will be using a combination of theory\, narrative\, metaphor\, video and interactive examples. \nThe day will challenge your thinking and understanding of working with autistic children and young people and we hope you will leave inspired to implement new ideas and ways of working into your own practice with deaf learners. \nWe only have 60 tickets to this small\, special event so an early booking is recommended. We hope to see you in March. \nPlease click here to find out more and book your place. \nLinks to: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ewingfoundation/1946605 \n 
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/ewing-foundation-way-to-play-a-playful-approach-for-young-autistic-children/
LOCATION:Edgebaston Park Hotel\, 53 Edgebaston Park Road\, Birmingham B15 2RS\, Birmingham\, B152RS
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260301T140000
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SUMMARY:Music Space Workshop: Touching Music/Knowing Music
DESCRIPTION:Information from Music Space. \n“This year\, our free creative sessions are back\, and we’re excited to share that as part of the programme we have the amazing Ali Robertson joining Glasgow’s young folk to share how music can be experienced beyond the ears. \nWorkshop: Touching Music/Knowing Music\nDate: 1 March \nTime: 14:00 – 17:00 \nVenue: Music Broth \n4 level\, Skypark\, 0 Elliot Square\, Glasgow \nSign up form \nAli Robertson is an award-winning improvising musician\, who has been a staple in the experimental music scene for over 25 years. By combining his experience as a Neurodiverse\, partially deaf\, and untrained musician with new approaches to tactile sound\, we will aim to create music together that is accessible\, engaging\, and meaningful across diverse abilities. \nThis workshop is designed for young people in Scotland\, aged 16 – 25\, or folk aged up to 30 if they are: \n> Disabled\, including those with a long-term illness\, neurodiverse people and anyone else who would identify with the social model of disability. \n> Care experienced\, and/or have been a young carer (including those with children or those who have cared for/are caring for someone with a long-term illness or disability). \nPlease know Music Broth is an accessible venue\, there will be closed captions\, BSL can be provided if required\, and all travel costs will be provided by Music Space. \nAs members of Scotland’s d/Deaf community\, we’d like to share this session with you in hopes of spreading the word – we’d be very grateful if you could share this amongst your networks\, and any young folk you think may be interested. Of course\, if there’s any support we can provide in return\, please let us know.”
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/music-space-workshop-touching-music-knowing-music/
LOCATION:Music Broth\, 4 level\, Skypark\, 0 Elliot Square\,\, Glasgow\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260210T090510Z
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SUMMARY:MED-EL  webinar - A Family Conversation: Tasha’s Childhood Hearing Implant Journey
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday 21st February 2026\nTime: 10am – 11.00am \nTopic: A Family Conversation: Tasha’s Childhood Hearing Implant Journey \nIn this webinar\, Tasha Ghouri is joined by her parents as they share their family’s journey as a hearing family raising a deaf child. Together\, they will reflect on the emotions and decisions that shaped those early years as they navigated an unfamiliar world – including pursuing a cochlear implant – and the important rehabilitation that followed. \nWhen you register for the webinar\, you’ll have the opportunity to submit your own questions. During the Q&A\, Tasha and her parents will respond to as many as they can\, offering their personal insight and experience. \nLink to register https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TashaWebinarWithParents
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/med-el-webinar-a-family-conversation-tashas-childhood-hearing-implant-journey/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260123T101524Z
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SUMMARY:AVUK - Introduction to Auditory Verbal therapy: free taster session for professionals
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Auditory Verbal therapy: free taster session for professionals – 11 February 2026 13:00 – 16:00 (GMT)  \nTime\n3 hours \nCourse Description \nIn this FREE introductory webinar\, you will learn about the core elements of Auditory Verbal (AV) therapy and how they support the development of listening and spoken language in deaf babies and preschool children. \nYou will also be guided through a full Auditory Verbal (AV) therapy session and learn about how to put the theory into practice. You’ll find out how the AV therapist coaches and collaborates with caregivers who\, in turn\, develop the listening and interactional strategies that support spoken language development. \nThere will also be an opportunity to learn more information about our 6-month Foundation course “Working through Audition” which is delivered online and provides delegates an in-depth understanding of the strategies needed to support the development of listening and understanding of spoken language in deaf children. \nCan’t make it but wish to find out more about the Foundation Course “Working through Audition”? Drop us an email and let us know at courses@avuk.org. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nLearn about the core elements of Auditory Verbal practice\nLearn to identify some AV strategies to use with preschool deaf children\nFollow a guided observation of a full AV therapy session\n\nPresenter bio: Noel Kenely \nNoel is a Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and a Listening and Spoken Language Specialist. He is one of the clinical leads at AVUK where he delivers therapy to families of deaf babies and preschool deaf children\, as well as providing training to other professionals in AV therapy. \nNoel has worked in the field of deafness for over 20 years\, initially working as a Sign Language Interpreter in Malta. He went on to train to become a Listening and Spoken Language Specialist in 2012 and certified as an Auditory Verbal Therapist in 2016. \nAccessibility of our services\, including supporting language and communication preferences\, is really important to us. If you have any access needs\, please get in touch with us in advance so we can ensure the event is fully accessible to you\, including using British Sign Language (BSL) and any adjustments you may need to participate comfortably. Email us at courses@avuk.org or call 01869 325 000. \nBook your place: https://www.avuk.org/Event/introduction-to-auditory-verbal-therapy-free-taster-session-for-professionals-feb
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/avuk-introduction-to-auditory-verbal-therapy-free-taster-session-for-professionals/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20251121T152858Z
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SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Basic Audiometry & Tympanometry
DESCRIPTION:Start/End time: 9am – 4pm \nTrainer: Louise Hart \nTo book
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-basic-audiometry-tympanometry/
LOCATION:West Berkshire Museum\, The Wharf\, Newbury\, RG14 5AS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTSTAMP:20251121T153116Z
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SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Basic Audiometry
DESCRIPTION:Start/End time: 9am – 4pm\nTrainer: Louise Hart\nTo book
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-basic-audiometry-2/
LOCATION:West Berkshire Museum\, The Wharf\, Newbury\, RG14 5AS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTSTAMP:20260124T151957Z
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SUMMARY:City St George's\, University of London - BSL Production Test online training course
DESCRIPTION:Duration: 20 weeks\nFees: £700\nDiscounted rate of £1000 for group pair booking \n\n\n\nCourse code: NMS126\nLocation: Online\nBooking deadline: 2nd February 2026\, 11:59pm\n\n“The course opens on Monday 9 February 2026 and ends on Friday 26 June 2026. The course is part time and can be completed flexibly over this time period\, although dates for module assessment and webinars are fixed – see further details attached. \nThe course fee of £700 covers all course materials and an electronic copy of the test pack\, including a digital version of the test story\, questions and scoresheet and updated test norms. We offer a discounted price for two people from the same school/service to take the course at the same time. \nApplications  \nPlease click on this link to find a BSL translation of this email\, and to apply for the course BSL Online Production Test Training | City St George’s\, University of London. \nTo apply\, you will first need to create an account with City. The code for the BSL PT online training course is moduleNMS126A. If there are sections on the application form that do not apply to you\, please enter ‘none’ or ‘not applicable’. We aim to let you know the outcome of your application within a week. \nPayment of course fees \nIn the Finance section of the application form\, you will be asked ‘How do you propose to finance your studies here’. Please select the ‘self-funded’ option. If your application is successful\, we will email you a link to provide payment by credit or debit card. If your employer is paying for course fees\, we would prefer them to pay by credit or debit card. If this is not possible\, please email the course administrator Farida Walton (email above) with  your employer’s details so we can invoice to them directly. \nEvidence of level of skill in British Sign Language \nThe minimum level needed to take the course is level 2 BSL\, although a higher level is preferable as course webinars are conducted entirely in BSL. Once you have completed your application\, please email the course administrator Farida Walton a scan of your level 2 (or higher) BSL certificate as soon as possible. \nIf you have any further questions\, contact either Farida Walton or Ros Herman.”
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/city-st-georges-university-of-london-bsl-production-test-online-training-course/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260123T085537Z
CREATED:20250923T071439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T085537Z
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SUMMARY:T  J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Tympanometry
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-tympanometry/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T170000
DTSTAMP:20251130T085300Z
CREATED:20251130T085300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T085300Z
UID:39944-1770307200-1770310800@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:BATOD North: ToD talks
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/batod-north-tod-talks-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T090000
DTSTAMP:20260123T085821Z
CREATED:20260120T094342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T085821Z
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SUMMARY:Ewing Foundation bite-size - Auditory Verbal UK: Understanding the science of listening in deaf babies
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our first free online bite-size session of 2026! \nWe listen with our brain\, and babies are born ready to listen — including deaf babies. We are delighted to be joined by Noel Kenely\, Senior Auditory Verbal Therapist and London Clinical Lead at Auditory Verbal UK\, who will explore the listening potential in early infancy\, how access to sound through optimal hearing technology can shape development\, and what we can do to support it. Join us to learn how a few simple strategies can help families make a strong start with developing a listening brain for their deaf child before they turn one! \nClick here to book your free place.
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/auditory-verbal-uk-understanding-the-science-of-listening-in-deaf-babies-at-ewing-foundations-shout-about-it-series/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20250923T071348Z
CREATED:20250923T071348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T071348Z
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SUMMARY:T J Audiology: Audiometry Refresher
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-audiometry-refresher/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T153000
DTSTAMP:20251123T075729Z
CREATED:20251121T085509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T075729Z
UID:39851-1770215400-1770219000@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:BATOD East (England) committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, 4th February 2026 at 2:30 pm – 3.30pm  \nBATOD East members interested in an East (England) committee role should contact batodeast@batod.org.uk
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/batod-east-england-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20250923T071051Z
CREATED:20250923T071051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T071051Z
UID:39283-1770163200-1770422399@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Otoscopy
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-otoscopy/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20250923T071240Z
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SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Basic Audiometry
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-basic-audiometry/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260123T102522Z
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UID:39310-1769731200-1769817599@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:Foundation course | Auditory Verbal therapy | London 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nWorking Through Audition \nWorking Through Audition is the foundation part of AVUK’s in-depth training package – delivered in person at The Kings Fund\, 11–13 Cavendish Square\, London\, W1G 0AN \nCourse content \nThis foundation course is designed to equip you with the practical skills needed to accelerate spoken language development through listening in pre-school aged children with hearing loss and their families. \nTopics include: \n\nWorking through audition\nMoving on from the ling sounds\nGoing from one to two key words\nChecking understanding through listening\nSpeech acoustics\nThe parent journey\n\nFor more information on this course\, click here. \nStructure \nThis course has been designed to be delivered in person to participants and combines self-study and group mentoring. All of the training is accessed via our cloud-based learning platform\, no special software or equipment is required to participate. \nThe theory elements of this training are delivered through a series of pre-recorded video tutorials that participants can watch at a time that suits them.  At the end of each tutorial participants are required to complete written and practical assignments for discussion at their cohort’s group mentoring session. The assignments include incorporating specific activities into their upcoming sessions and participants will need to record these sessions. \nThe group mentoring sessions are an opportunity for participants to share and reflect on their experiences putting theory into practice in a secure environment and to receive coaching and guidance for further development from their course tutor. \nAt the end of the course\, participants are required to complete a final written and video assignment. Participants who successfully pass the final assessment will be eligible to undertake our advanced training if they wish to. \nDuration: 6 months \nCEUs: 36 \nDates:  \n\nDay 1 Friday 30th January\nDay 2 Friday 27th February\nDay 3 Friday 27th March\nDay 4 Friday 24th April\nDay 5 Friday 22nd May\nDay 6 Friday 26th June\n\nEntry requirements \nTo complete this course you must be a qualified speech and language therapist\, teacher of the deaf or audiologist. \nIn order enrol on one of these courses\, eligible professionals must have a caseload that includes at least 2 deaf babies/pre-schoolers who they see regularly (weekly or fortnightly) for therapy with the child’s parent/carer. \nFees and funding \nThis six month course costs £945 \nWe may have funding bursaries available for those who meet the following requirements: \n\nYou must be a fully qualified speech and language therapist\, Teacher of the Deaf or audiologist.\nYou must be practising in the UK and be employed by a local authority or NHS Trust. We occasionally accept applications from professionals working private practice or charities as long as the delegate can demonstrate how they will work to transform service provision in the location they work.\nYou must be working with pre-school children with hearing loss and have at least three children on your current caseload who you see on a regular basis.\nYou must demonstrate that you are passionate about developing your auditory practice to improve the listening and spoken language outcomes in the children you work with.\nYou must demonstrate that you fully understand the requirements to complete this course.\n\nFor more information about the bursary funding\, please click here. \nPlease also note that course dates may be liable to minor changes. AVUK reserves the right to delay the start of a course if it is undersubscribed. \nWe have multiple foundation courses starting through the year in small cohorts of 5 or 6 participants and are able to deliver this course to employers wishing to train groups of staff. \nThe foundation course has been accredited by AG Bell Academy for 36 hours of continuous professional development (CEUs) but completion of this course does not carry any formal educational or professional qualifications. \nIf you have any questions or want to enrol on the foundation course\, please register your interest and a member of the training team will follow up with you. \nIf you are enquiring on behalf of someone else\, please give their details. \nYou will receive email confirmation of your booking. If you do not receive this please email courses@avuk.org \n  \nEnquire now: https://www.avuk.org/forms/training-enquiry
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/foundation-course-auditory-verbal-therapy-london-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260127T100331Z
CREATED:20251121T083021Z
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UID:39847-1769702400-1769706000@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:SDCF Community of practice mini meet - Manage change
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 29th January 4pm-5pm \nSDCF Community of practice mini meet – Manage change \n\n\nThis session will focus on the older deaf student population. \nOur guest presenters currently include representatives from RNID\, plus researcher\, Hannah Anglin-Jaffe\, who will share an insight into her higher education study. We will also learn from a Higher and Further education Specialist Support Profession/QToD and others. \nBSL interpreters will be present. \nZoom captions will be used. \n\n\nReserve your space via this booking link. \nEngage with discussions\, exchange ideas\, offer your suggestions for content on the live SDCF resource.
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/sdcf-community-of-practice-mini-meet-manage-change/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260124T151607Z
CREATED:20260120T141633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T151607Z
UID:40329-1769594400-1769603400@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:Deaf Unity online workshop - Transitioning Into The World of Work
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning Into The World of Work\n\n\n\n\nEvent start date – 28th Jan 2026 \n\n“Are you a deaf university student thinking about life after graduation? \nJoin Deaf Unity for an online workshop to help you get ready for work and plan your next steps. \nThe workshop will be delivered in spoken Sign Supported English (SSE) with live captions. We aim to make the session accessible for all deaf participants. \nYou will learn important work skills. This includes interviews\, support at work\, feeling confident at work\, and meeting other deaf university students. \n\n\n\nStart Date/Time – Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 10:00\nEnd Date/Time – Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 12:30\nVenue Address – Zoom\nEvent Website – https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=zktaXCdGAUONw6ZlJAKBmsdZuAhZUQZHmS3wJEcq65RUNTJONUMwMzdOSEk5VkxXT0g2V01aTlNTVC4u&route=shorturl\nBooking Instructions – To book your free place\, please register on link above
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/deaf-unity-online-workshop-transitioning-into-the-world-of-work/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260123T100534Z
CREATED:20251212T121141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T100534Z
UID:40058-1769457600-1769461200@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:CIICA CONVERSATION: YOUNG ADULTS: READY\, SET….WHAT? NAVIGATING SPORTS WITH A COCHLEAR IMPLANT
DESCRIPTION:Play it safe\, hear the game! \nThis inspiring conversation for young adults\, will be led by Lucas Armengol and Raquel LeBlanc\, who will share their experiences of navigating sports with a cochlear implant\, the challenges faced and how to overcome them. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ9Z_NhMRleukW8eGytPeg#/registration \nVisit the CIICA website for further information.
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/ciica-conversation-young-adults-ready-set-what-navigating-sports-with-a-cochlear-implant/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T114500
DTSTAMP:20260123T100828Z
CREATED:20260107T104316Z
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UID:40235-1769252400-1769255100@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:MED-EL Hearpeers Webinar - Literacy for Children with Hearing Loss
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday 24th January 2026\nTime: 11am – 11.45am \nTopic: Literacy for Children with Hearing Loss \nAs a parent or caregiver\, you play an important role in building your child’s confidence. By encouraging communication\, reading together at home\, and creating a language-rich environment\, you can make learning both fun and successful. This webinar is ideal for families who want to learn practical\, evidence-based strategies for supporting literacy development and creating language-rich environments for children with hearing loss \nLink to register https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Rehab_Literacy
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/med-el-hearpeers-webinar-literacy-for-children-with-hearing-loss/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T133000
DTSTAMP:20251216T114818Z
CREATED:20251216T114818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T114818Z
UID:40090-1769085000-1769088600@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free webinar - Beyond One Size Fits All: Advanced Bionics (AB) Products for Diverse Needs
DESCRIPTION:Beyond One Size Fits All: AB Products for Diverse Needs \n22nd Jan 2026\n12.30-1.30pm \nhttps://bit.ly/4iwlPEe \n  \n“Children with complex needs often require additional support to achieve consistent device use and meaningful listening progress. \nJoin Advanced Bionics as we showcase the unique advantages of our cochlear implant portfolio\, including enhanced retention solutions\, integrated connectivity\, and performance-focused design. Through clinical insights and real-world examples\, we’ll demonstrate how AB technology can reduce barriers\, improve daily wear time\, and ultimately enhance developmental outcomes.”
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/free-webinar-beyond-one-size-fits-all-advanced-bionics-ab-products-for-diverse-needs/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T193000
DTSTAMP:20250730T062551Z
CREATED:20250730T062551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T062551Z
UID:38837-1769018400-1769023800@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:Humanistic Counselling Skills for Professionals Who Support Families Impacted by Hearing Loss - London
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Teacher of the Deaf\, an Educational Audiologist\, a Rehabilitation Therapist or a Speech & Language Therapist. If so\, do you fancy some free counselling training\, equivalent to 14 hours of training? The course we offer is delivered in three parts. \nPart One (The Learn Phase) – 1.5 hours online \nYou will receive an introduction to counselling\, statistics pertaining to hearing loss-related mental health and an overview of why counselling support is beneficial for this group. Towards the end of this session\, we will also cover listening skills. \nPart Two (The Practice Phase) – 10 hours in person \nYou will receive an informative introduction to Humanistic Therapy\, one of the tenets of person-centred therapy. You will be guided through engaging content followed by thought-provoking questions designed to enhance your learning. You will be provided with scenarios\, and practical tips so that you can empower adults and families impacted by hearing loss. You will also get an opportunity to practice those counselling skills. \nPart Three (The Master Phase) – 2.5 hours online \nYou will now get an opportunity to present a brief case study based on your practice. This is made easy using a template we provide. All case studies are anonymised to ensure confidentiality\, but as a group we will come together online to provide feedback\, drawing on the humanistic skills we have learnt. \n  \nDATES FOR LONDON \nPart 1: January 21st at 6PM (online) \nPart 2: February 6th and 7th (in person) \nPart 3: February 24th or 25th* at 6PM (online) \n  \n* A second provisional date is provided for Part 3. For groups larger than 12\, the cohort will be divided into two so we can complete Part 3. You will have a choice of either date if you are in a group of 12 or more. You do not need to attend both dates in Part 3. \nIf you are interested\, click on the links below to find out more. If you apply before the deadline for your chosen location\, your course may be sponsored by MED-EL. \nLINK: https://beheardbymedel.com/professionals/humanistic.html
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/humanistic-counselling-skills-for-professionals-who-support-families-impacted-by-hearing-loss-london/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T151500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T161500
DTSTAMP:20251105T223053Z
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UID:39717-1769008500-1769012100@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:SSC webinar - Jisc presentation 'How can AI tools support deaf and hard of hearing students?'
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, 21st January 2026\nTime: 3.15pm – 4.15pm\nPlatform: Teams\nCost: Free (Registration required) \nPresenter – Helen Nicholson-Benn Subject specialist – Assistive Technology/AI specialist\, Jisc. \n“This webinar will explore the various AI tools that can be used with deaf and hard of hearing students. We will explore areas such as caption creation and correction\, note taking\, language modification\, writing support and sign language translation. \nVisit the Scottish Sensory Centre website to register
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/ssc-webinar-jisc-presentation-how-can-ai-tools-support-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-students/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20250923T070733Z
CREATED:20250628T062820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T070733Z
UID:38612-1768986000-1769011200@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Otoscopy & Impression Taking (Adults & Over 5’s)
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for health workers\, assistant or associate audiologists or those who work with earpieces in the music or noise-protection industry. This 1-day BSA accredited course will train delegates to: \n\nUndertake otoscopy and impression-taking safely (on individuals over 5 years) and according to BSA procedure\nRecognise conditions of the ear and refer accordingly\nRecognise responsibility to adhere to scope of practice and insurance/liability\nCommunicate effectively with clients and/or their families/carers\nArrange for earmould manufacture and maintain accurate records of procedure\n\nA certificate will be awarded upon full attendance of the course\, with successful completion of both the written and practical assessment on the day\, or as homework. \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-otoscopy-impression-taking-adults-over-5s/
LOCATION:Newbury\, Berkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T110000
DTSTAMP:20250923T070621Z
CREATED:20250628T064329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T070621Z
UID:38616-1768986000-1768993200@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:T J Audiology: BSA Certificate in Otoscopy (AM only)
DESCRIPTION:BOOK HERE
URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/t-j-audiology-bsa-certificate-in-otoscopy-am-only/
LOCATION:Newbury\, Berkshire
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20251028T164157Z
CREATED:20251028T164157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T164157Z
UID:39664-1768644000-1768662000@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:BATOD Steering Group (online only)
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/batod-steering-group-online-only-5/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T153000
DTSTAMP:20251130T085149Z
CREATED:20251130T085149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T085149Z
UID:39943-1768311000-1768318200@www.batod.org.uk
SUMMARY:BATOD North Committee meeting
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URL:https://www.batod.org.uk/event/batod-north-committee-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
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