A level 2 course, designed for everyone who might benefit from an understanding of the autism spectrum, including parents, front line care staff, professionals and anyone who has contact with individuals on the spectrum. An introduction to supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, this course will give participants a strong foundation of understanding of the autism spectrum, and how it affects the individuals they support.
Benefits:
This course develops understanding of autism, communication tools, an introduction to behavioural support and sensory differences.
Aims:
To develop a working knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Challenging Behaviour.
What prior knowledge or experience is needed?
Some prior knowledge or experience is required, this training is designed to build on existing skills and understanding.
Outline:
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Triad of Impairments
- Sensory processing disorders
-Central coherence theory
- Theory of mind
- Executive functioning
- Communication approaches within Autism Spectrum Conditions
Duration: approx 7 hours
Salisbury Support 4 Autism can also create this course for you on arrangement either at your workplace or at one of their locations.
We offer a wide range of training and development for professionals, paid carers, school and college staff, as well as parents and carers of children and adults with autism and behaviour that challenges. Our training is delivered by outstanding practitioners who specialise in autism and challenging behaviour and communication. Through our courses, we want you to gain practical knowledge, skills and techniques that can be used in a variety of settings and are relevant to people with a range of needs.
Practical real life examples and group involvement makes this an enjoyable , informative and memorable course, well educated personable trainers.