Become a Makaton Tutor
At the heart of The Makaton Charity are our Tutors delivering quality training to the general public, keeping it alive in communities and championing the excellence of its use.
Makaton Tutors should strive for this by doing this training to teach others the superpower that is communication whilst maintaining and sharing our core values.
Entry criteria
To apply for Makaton Tutor Training, you must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Completed workshop Levels 1 to 4 within the last 5 years (to clarify, all must have been within a 5-year window).
- Have experience of using Makaton in your community or at home.
- Sufficient funding to complete the course (£309 pre-course consultation fee - required to progress onto the training course and £2,395 - for the contact sessions). (T&Cs apply: download the Tutor Training Brochure for more information.)
The course
Tutor training is conducted online over several months, including consultations, training webinars and assessments. As such, applicants should make sure they have:
- Ample time over a 6 month period.*
- A quiet space to train.
- Access to a PC/laptop and internet for webinars.
- A Supporting Tutor, allocated from the Tutor Support Team, will guide you through the process to ensure the best support throughout your training journey.
- A basic grasp of IT is essential as part of the course includes online assessments and submitting coursework.
*Course bookings and Tutor availability dependant.
Disruptions in training may lead to a pause in your learning journey and/or resits which may incur costs.
Ready to apply?
Download our Tutor Training Checklist to see if you're ready to get started!
It’s designed to guide you through what you’ll need before completing your application.
Note: You do not need to submit the checklist. This is for guidance only and is designed to help you prepare before completing your application.
See also: The Makaton Charity Tutor Licence Agreement
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