Disability Inclusion Training for Vision

Learn practical skills to be inclusive of people with blindness and low vision in the community. 
A person with their white cane walking down the street with a Guide Dogs staff member. Both people are smiling at the camera and the person with the cane is holding the staff member by the elbow.

About our Disability Inclusion Training 

The training is suitable for any organisation or group who would like to make their service or venue more inclusive.

Guide Dogs provides training to various community and industry groups such as: 

  • public transport providers 
  • taxi and rideshare services 
  • hospitals 
  • universities 
  • local government 
  • hospitality and cultural institutions
A person using their white cane at the train station while being guided by a train station attendant.

What is included in the training? 

Topics covered include:

  • Background on causes and impact of blindness and low vision
  • A presenter with blindness or low vision discussing their lived experience navigating and exploring the community
  • How to assist a person with blindness or low vision at your service or venue
  • How to interact with a Guide Dog
  • Practical activities around communication and guiding.

Cost and delivery details

Delivery: Sessions are delivered face to face to allow for practical guiding and communication activities. We also offer a blended option of a webinar followed up by practical activities. 

Duration: Session times depend on your desired content and time frame. We can offer a range of session times including half days and full days.

Participant numbers: A maximum of 16-20 participants is recommended to allow full participation in practical activities. However, we can cater for larger groups on request. 

Costs: Costs vary depending on content, location and participant numbers. 

How do I book a session?

Contact us on 02 9412 9300 or complete the Disability Inclusion Training Enquiry Form below.

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If you have any questions, please let us know by completing this Disability Inclusion Training enquiry form or calling us on 02 9412 9300.

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