Level 2 Training
Level 2 training builds on the knowledge you gained in Level 1 training.
"It has been a great time. I feel confident and better skilled in my professional role."
Level 2 workshop participant
Content
You will learn the signs and symbols from Stages 3 and 4, and the rest of the Additional stage, of the Core Vocabulary.
Duration
Level 2 training is made up of two modules which can be delivered in a number of different ways.
A Face-to-Face or in-person workshop is typically covered in one full day of around 7 hours.
Online training for Level 2 takes a minimum of seven hours and can be delivered in two to four sessions on one or more days, for example:
- 1 full day (one session in the morning, one in the afternoon. (8 hours is recommended to allow plenty of time for lunch, and other breaks from the screen)
- 2 x 3.5-4-hour sessions (different days)
- 3 x 2.5-hour sessions (different days)
- 4 x 2-hour sessions (different days)
Entry criteria
Participants must have attended Level 1 training.
Study materials
You will receive a Participant's Manual, which includes the Makaton symbols and signs that you learn in the workshop.
You will also be given a certificate of attendance. Please remember to keep your Level 2 training certificate in case you want to attend further Makaton training.
Workshop titles
For Level 2 training you should attend one of the following workshops:
- Level 2 workshop
- Beginners' Workshop (Day 2) *
- Foundation Workshop (Day 2) *
* The Beginners and Foundation workshops have now been superceded. Levels 1 & 2 combined cover the same content. A Welsh language version of the Beginners Workshop is offered by some Tutors.
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Next step
After completing Level 2 training you can attend Level 3 training .