Introduction to Easy Read Training

Introduction to Easy Read Training

Duration: 3 hours (Online)
Delivered by: Experts by Experience

This interactive 3-hour introduction to Easy Read training is designed to help participants understand the importance of accessible information and develop practical Easy Read skills. Delivered by Experts by Experience, the session combines understanding, discussion, and hands-on practice to build confidence in creating information that is accessible to a wider audience.

During this training, participants will:

• Understand why Easy Read is important and how it supports inclusion and accessibility.
• Learn how Easy Read can help a wide range of people access information and make informed choices.
• Explore the key principles of Easy Read, including language, layout, images, and formatting.
• Develop confidence in using Easy Read approaches in everyday communication.
• Demonstrate skills in translating standard information into Easy Read format.
• Practice creating effective Easy Read documents using recognised good practice guidelines.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

✅ Explain why Easy Read is so important.
✅ Outline the key principles of Easy Read.
✅ Demonstrate skills in Easy Read translation and creation.
✅ Identify ways to make written information more accessible and inclusive.
✅ Apply Easy Read principles in their own work and communication.

This training is suitable for anyone who produces information for the public, including staff in health, social care, education, local government, housing, community organisations, and voluntary services. No previous Easy Read experience is required