Makaton Signing for Babies and Families

Makaton Signing for Babies and Families (MSBF) is for parents, family members or carers who would like to sign with babies and children in their care and have no previous experience of Makaton. These sessions are designed for you and your child to have fun and learn together.

Content

Makaton Signing for Babies and Families training is a series of sessions designed to encourage the development of communication and language skills in babies and toddlers. All the sessions are fun and interactive for you and your child. You will learn approximately 100 signs and symbols using songs, games and activities.

Duration

6 sessions

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Entry criteria

No previous experience of Makaton is necessary.

Study materials

You will receive a Makaton Signing for Babies and Families Pocket Book which has the signs and symbols you have learned during the sessions. You will also be given a certificate of attendance.

Next steps

If you would like to learn more about Makaton and more signs and symbols, why not attend a Level 1 workshop ?

If you are interested in teaching Makaton Signing for Babies and Families, you need to attend an MSBF Train the Trainer workshop .