Angelman Syndrome Awareness Training

This Angelman Syndrome awareness course helps staff develop a better understanding of Angelman Syndrome and the confidence to support individuals in a safe, respectful, and person-centred way. It focuses on real-world practice, dignity, and quality of life, while also recognising the wellbeing of staff delivering care.

Course Overview

This course offers a clear, practical introduction to Angelman Syndrome for staff working in care and support roles. It focuses on helping staff understand the condition, recognise each person’s individual needs, and provide support that is safe, respectful, and truly person-centred.

The course explores communication, behaviour, health considerations, sensory needs, and day-to-day support. Throughout, there is a strong emphasis on dignity, inclusion, and supporting a good quality of life. The impact of supporting individuals with Angelman Syndrome on staff is also acknowledged, with space for reflection, learning, and wellbeing.

Designed for staff who support people with Angelman Syndrome, this course aims to build confidence and promote good, consistent practice in everyday care.

Course Aims

Increase understanding of Angelman Syndrome across the lifespan

Build confidence in supporting people with Angelman Syndrome safely, respectfully, and effectively

Promote person-centred, strengths-based support that looks beyond diagnosis

Improve awareness of communication, behaviour, health, and sensory needs

Support staff wellbeing, resilience, and reflective practice

Encourage inclusive, ethical, and compassionate care in everyday work

Assessment & Certification
Assessment will be by continuous assessment by the trainer – there is no ‘test’ paper.  A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of course.