Overview
This course is for anyone wanting to learn the principles and technical standards for wheelchair accessible housing in Approved Document M, Volume 1: Dwellings.
Our interactive session provides a comprehensive introduction to the different housing categories in the regulations applicable in England, highlighting the essential design distinctions between ‘adaptable and accessible dwellings’ and ‘wheelchair user dwellings’.
Ideal for a wide range of professionals – including architects, access consultants, occupational therapists, designers, building control officers, planners, developers, and housing providers – this course equips you with the knowledge to confidently deliver more inclusive and future-ready housing.
Course outline
During the session we will explore:
- The evolution of relevant history, current standards, and key policies.
- The roles of planning and building control authorities in shaping accessible homes.
- Insights into designs for category M4(1) and M4(2) dwellings.
- Technical requirements of category M4(3), including the distinction between wheelchair adaptable and wheelchair accessible homes
- Essential technical specifications that shape accessible homes, including entrances, kitchens, living spaces, bedrooms and bathrooms
Through group exercises and discussion, participants will share ideas, ask questions, and build confidence and understanding of accessible housing requirements.
Please note: ADM Volume 1 is applicable in England.
Course dates
Live online via Zoom:
- Wednesday 12 May 2027, 10:30am to 4:00pm – Book Now!
View all upcoming training courses in our events calendar.
Cost
The course fee is £375.
About the trainer
Vin Goodwin is an NRAC-accredited access consultant with over 25 years’ experience in inclusive design and a BSc in Architecture. He has worked on projects ranging from community initiatives to major developments such as Historic Royal Palaces, Somerset House, and the London Olympic Park. Vin delivers CAE courses on topics including Design & Neurodiversity, Wheelchair Accessible Housing, and Access Auditing and Equality Act.
Further information
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Disclaimer
The Centre for Accessible Environments reserves the right to change, postpone or cancel any event with reasonable notice. Please do not confirm or finalise any travel arrangements or accommodation bookings until you have been given confirmation by the CAE that the course will go ahead as planned.
In case of force majeure, CAE have the right to alter or cancel the event without prior notice, however a notice of the occurrence shall be given by CAE as soon as reasonably possible.