Background

The aim of this unit is to provide a framework for the course so that participants know what to expect. This unit should also set the tone for the course, establishing ground rules and creating a collaborative and respectful learning environment. This unit is designed to help participants begin to develop the kind of positive, trusting relationships with fellow participants that will sustain them in their future roles as accompagnateurs. It should also be stressed that they are starting the course with a wealth of knowledge, and that their ideas, suggestions, and experiences should be valued and drawn upon throughout the training.

Objectives

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

1. Recognize the facilitator(s) and fellow participants.
2. Describe the rationale and key topics to be covered throughout the course.
3. Use the Accompagnateur’s Handbook, recognizing icons, graphics, and objectives.
4. Describe the ground rules they jointly established to create a respectful and trusting environment.
5. Describe the importance of confidentiality, both about patient information and about information shared during the training.

Time Required

2 hours, 45 minutes

Unit Overview

Key Points

• Participants have much to share with their peers, so encourage everyone to contribute frequently to the discussions and exercises.
• Try to learn everyone’s name and encourage participants to do the same.
• Encourage the participants to ask questions at any time throughout the course.
  

Download Files

To use this unit, you may download any or all of the four components:

• Facilitators' Manual (3.7 MB, pdf)
  
• Participants' Handbook (4 MB, pdf)
  
• Flipchart (2.3 MB, pdf)
  
• Slides (2.7 MB, Powerpoint)