Understanding and supporting autistic people

1 May 2019

 
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About the course

An introduction to autism, supportive strategies and the SPELL framework, this one-day introductory course builds your knowledge of autism and how to support autistic children and adults. SPELL is a framework for understanding and responding to autistic people’s needs. It will allow you to develop better practice and use evidence-based strategies to support autistic children and adults.

Don’t miss out!
Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

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Course overview

Some of the key topics this course will cover include:


  • The main areas of difference in autism (social communication and interaction, sensory processing, information processing)
  • How does autism affect people’s lives?
  • Causes of anxiety and stress
  • Introduction to the SPELL framework
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Benefits of attending    

  • This course brings together knowledge about autism and practical approaches that will help you immediately in your work.
  • You will meet fellow practitioners and work with a National Autistic Society trainer who has many years’ experience of supporting autistic people.
  • On completion of the course you can join Network Autism, our online professionals’ forum.
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Who should attend?

This course is ideal for anyone who works with autistic children or adults and wants to know more about autism and supportive approaches.
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I am more aware now of new strategies to use when communicating with people who have autism.

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Fees

The course costs just £185 + VAT and includes:

  • training booklet and information provided for each delegate
  • opportunity to hear autistic perspectives; this may be through films, quotes from autistic people or the inclusion of a speaker by experience
  • signposting to relevant literature and resources.
  • certificate of attendance for your CPD records
  • lunch and refreshments.

 

Don't delay - book now to secure your place on this unique and inspiring training course.

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