What is Systematic Instruction Training?
Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI) is a way to teach people who find traditional learning difficult, including people with learning disabilities and autism. The TSI course teaches staff the skills needed to help people learn in ways that work best for them.
Liz and Lesley attend The Elms Community Centre and were paid to help staff put their new skills to use on the final day of the Systematic Instruction Training. They've told us a bit about their roles and what they most enjoyed about the day.
What has your role been in these sessions?
I went shopping in Bury and I was supported to buy a gift bag in Poundland.
How did you get involved in the training?
Nicola, support coordinator, asked me if I would like to be involved and I said yes.
What have you learnt in delivering this training?
I learnt how to handle my money and I was supported to make a bike break.
What did you most enjoy about this role?
I enjoyed being out in Bury and choosing then paying for my gift bag. I also enjoyed being paid for my time.
Is there anything you found difficult?
I struggled with the bike break activity, but to work around it I asked for help.
What was your favourtie thing about the role?
I enjoyed having the chance to be paid for my time as I usually volunteer.
What advice would you give to someone else who wants to do the same type of role?
If you struggle you can always ask for support.
Have you done anything like this before?
No, this was my first paid role.
What has your role been in these sessions?
I completed a task in the Wednesday session as staff gave me instructions.
What was your favourtie thing about the role?
Working with different staff.
Is there anything you found difficult?
No, I didn't find anything difficult.
What was your favourtie thing about the role?
Being paid.
What advice would you give to someone else who wants to do the same type of role?
It was fun, go and try it!
Click here to read what members of staff thought about the training.
