Course objectives
- Understand the different types of physical disability and reduced mobility
- Identify the specific needs of people with physical disabilities
- Support a person with reduced mobility safely
- Prevent occupational risks related to providing support
- Adapt one’s behaviour and communication to the situation
Who it is for
Audience
Health and social care professionals; Reception staff; Staff of public-access buildings (ERP); Transport staff; Support workers; Educators; Local authority staff; Employees required to assist or support people with reduced mobility
Prerequisites
No prerequisites.
Format
Face-to-face training, in our training rooms in Jarry or directly on your premises. A combination of theory and practical scenarios, using the centre’s training equipment. People with disabilities are invited to inform us of any adaptation needs when registering.
Lead time
Registration is possible up to 48 hours before a scheduled session, subject to availability. For a session held on your premises, allow around 15 days between your request and delivery.
Course content
Sequence 1 – Understanding physical disability and reduced mobility
- Definition of physical disability and reduced mobility
- Types of physical disability (temporary, permanent, progressive)
- Perceptions, professional conduct and ethical framework
Sequence 2 – Support and safety techniques
- Analysis of support situations and environments
- Techniques for assisting mobility and movement
- Safe use of mobility aids (wheelchair, walking stick, walking frame)
Sequence 3 – Risk prevention and practical scenarios
- Prevention of falls and accidents
- Protecting the physical wellbeing of the support worker
- Practical scenarios and adaptation to professional contexts
Sequence 4 – Communication and the helping relationship
- Appropriate communication with the person being supported
- Respect for autonomy, dignity and consent
- Handling specific or sensitive situations
Sequence 5 – Regulatory framework and accessibility
- Regulatory framework and accessibility obligations
- Role of professionals and coordination with disability stakeholders
- Responsibilities and limits of intervention
Sequence 6 – Summary and assessment
- Summary of learning
- Assessment of knowledge and skills
- Discussion, feedback on experience and close of the course
Teaching team
The teaching team of the Centre National de Formation et de Prévention (CNFP) is made up of expert trainers and instructors with extensive field experience and a thorough command of the regulatory frameworks applicable to their areas of expertise.
CNFP instructors are selected for their technical competence, their ability to pass on practical knowledge and their understanding of the professional realities of the trainees they train.
The teaching team is committed to an ongoing process of improving practice, monitoring regulations and adapting content in order to ensure the quality, relevance and effectiveness of its training courses.
Monitoring and assessment
Attendance rate, participant satisfaction rate, level of achievement of the learning objectives, number of certificates issued.
Technical and teaching resources
Projected training materials
Training materials provided to participants
Mobility aids and demonstration equipment
Case studies and practical scenarios
Discussions led by the trainer
Certification
Assessment
Attendance sheets signed each half-day
Monitoring of participants’ attendance
Formative assessments during practical scenarios
Assessment of learning at the end of the course
Collection of satisfaction feedback
Issue of a certificate of completion
Analysis of feedback as part of a continuous improvement process
Certification
This course does not lead to a professional certification. A training certificate is issued on completion.
Quality and results
New course: the first indicators specific to this course will be published after the first sessions.
Across the centre, from 30 January to 10 September 2026: 112 satisfaction reviews collected from trainees, average score of 9.30/10, with 92.9% of scores at or above 8/10; assessment pass rate of 97.3% (181 passes out of 186 trainees assessed).
These indicators are updated after each session and available on request.
Accessibility
CNFP considers every adaptation request in order to facilitate access to training for people with disabilities. A preliminary discussion makes it possible to assess needs and, where possible, to plan suitable arrangements.
Our disability lead reviews every request for adjustments: handicap@cnfp.fr
Interested in this course?
Session at your premises, dates to suit you, group size adapted.