Breaking Barriers 2024 is a one-day online CPD event for staff supporting disabled students in their transition to higher education. Guest speakers include Barry Bennett’s Non-Medical Help team, the University of Bolton’s Disability Service, Student Finance England and many more. There will also be an opportunity to hear from, and ask questions to, current students from across Greater Manchester, as they share their experiences both as a current student, and their transition to HE.
Programme
10am - Welcome
10.10am - Disability support at University
10.40am - Student Finance explained
11.10am - Break
11.20am - Disability assessments and non-medical help
11.50am - Break
12.20pm - Disabled student Panel
12.50pm - Social Justice and Equality in Education- Dr Antonios Ktenidis
1.20pm - Event close