Braille and Tactile Learner’s Course
Develop Your Understanding of Pre-Braille, Braille and Tactile Learning
Next course starts on 20th September 2027.
Should you require training before this date, please explore the bespoke course on Teaching Braille to Children with VI, which can be delivered as a tailored course at any time in the school year.
Book Your Place on the Course
Supporting a child or young person who accesses learning through touch requires more than teaching braille. It requires an understanding of tactile development, concept learning and meaningful access to the curriculum.
The Online Braille and Tactile Learner’s Course is a practical training programme for QTVIs, specialist teachers of vision impairment, teachers, teaching assistants and other professionals supporting children and young people with vision impairment.
The course explores how tactile skills develop and how pre-braille and braille learning can be embedded naturally within everyday classroom experiences.
Participants leave with practical strategies, low-cost resource ideas and greater confidence in supporting braille and tactile learners while promoting independence and meaningful curriculum access.
What Practitioners Say About the Course
“Thank you so much. I support two pre-braille primary-aged children and this is so helpful.”
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
- QTVIs
- Specialist Teachers of Vision Impairment
- Mainstream and Special School Teachers
- Teaching Assistants
- SENCOs and ALN staff
- Habilitation Specialists
- Learning Support Assistants
- Professionals supporting children and young people with vision impairment
The course is suitable for both mainstream and specialist educational settings.
What You Will Learn
During the course participants will explore:
Understanding Tactile Development
- How tactile learning develops
- The importance of active exploration
- Building tactile confidence and curiosity
- Developing sensory awareness
Creating Strong Foundations for Braille Literacy
- Pre-braille skill development
- Preparing learners for braille
- Integrating tactile learning into everyday activities
- Practical classroom strategies
Supporting Meaningful Learning
- Developing concepts through real experiences
- Creating accessible learning opportunities
- Adapting classroom resources
- Promoting participation and engagement
Practical Strategies You Can Use Immediately
Participants will leave with practical approaches that can be implemented immediately, including:
- Tactile teaching activities
- Classroom adaptations
- Resource development ideas
- Practical assessment strategies
- Inclusive learning opportunities
- Braille preparation activities
All strategies are designed to be realistic, achievable and effective within busy educational environments.
Structure and Delivery
The course delivers a practical understanding of essential pre-braille and braille skills and demonstrates how these can be integrated into everyday teaching and learning.
Delivery is structured through four online resource-rich sessions. Each session is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of teachers, teaching assistants and paraprofessionals.
Throughout the course, participants are introduced to a wide range of low-cost resources, practical strategies and contemporary approaches that support tactile learning, braille literacy and independence.
The course demonstrates how pre-braille and braille learning can be woven seamlessly into the curriculum, helping learners access education more effectively and confidently.
Learning Objectives
1. Develop a Foundational Understanding of Essential Pre-Braille and Braille Skills
Success Criteria
- Explain the purpose of pre-braille and braille skills and why they are essential for curriculum access.
- Identify key tactile skills needed before formal braille learning begins.
- Describe how braille supports independent learning.
2. Learn Effective Strategies for Integrating Braille Into Everyday Learning
Success Criteria
- Demonstrate practical ways to embed braille activities into classroom routines.
- Select simple resources to create engaging pre-braille and braille activities.
- Understand how braille can become an integrated part of daily learning.
3. Gain Practical Knowledge of Low-Cost Tactile Resources
Success Criteria
- Select tactile resources that support braille readiness.
- Adapt everyday materials for tactile learning.
- Evaluate which approaches best support specific learning outcomes.
Handouts and Resources
Participants receive a comprehensive downloadable folder containing resource sheets, ideas and practical activities that can be used long after the course has finished.
The resource materials are designed to provide meaningful professional development support and practical strategies that can be transferred directly into educational settings.
Recordings of Sessions
Sessions are recorded and made available for one week following each session to the registered participant.
Recordings are offered as an additional benefit and are not included within the course fee. Participants are therefore encouraged to attend all live sessions wherever possible.
Sessions
Time: 2.00pm to 3.30pm UK | 9.00am to 10.30am ET | 8.00am to 9.30am CT
Session 1: 20th September 2027
Practical resources and ideas to develop pre-braille skills through everyday experiences.
Session 2: 27th September 2027
Practical approaches and resource ideas to bridge the gap between pre-braille and braille.
Session 3: 4th October 2027
Incorporating braille within the literacy curriculum and looking beyond formal braille reading programmes.
Session 4: 11th October 2027
The tactile skills pathway: practical approaches and resource ideas.
Require training before this date?
Explore the bespoke course on Teaching Braille to Children with VI, which can be delivered as a tailored course at any time in the school year.
More Feedback from Practitioners
Building Confidence in Braille Teaching
“I need more confidence to explain teachers’ roles. I am leaving this course feeling more empowered.”
Practical Ideas That Make a Difference
“Thank you for the past four weeks. I have learnt so much.”
Ready-to-Use Resources
“Thank you for this amazing insight and providing the resources to refer back to.”
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Why Choose Positive Eye?
Positive Eye has supported schools, local authorities and specialist services for many years through high-quality training, consultancy and practical resources.
Our training combines:
- Contemporary evidence-informed practice
- Real-life classroom experience
- Practical and achievable strategies
- A strong focus on independence
- Specialist expertise in vision impairment education
We are committed to helping practitioners create meaningful learning opportunities that enable children and young people with vision impairment to thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend this course?
The course is designed for QTVIs, teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs, ALN staff and anyone supporting braille or tactile learners.
Do I need previous braille experience?
No. The course is suitable for practitioners with varying levels of knowledge and experience.
Is the course suitable for mainstream schools?
Yes. The strategies and approaches can be used successfully in both mainstream and specialist educational settings.
Will I receive resources?
Yes. Participants receive a comprehensive downloadable resource pack.
Can I access a recording?
Yes. Recordings are available for one week following each session.
Ready to Develop Your Braille Teaching Skills?
Gain practical strategies, evidence-informed approaches and ready-to-use resources that will help you support children and young people who access learning through touch.
Book your place on the Online Braille and Tactile Learner’s Course today.
