9 Autism Spectrum Counselling & Training (ASPECT) courses

A hands-on introduction to various AAC devices for anyone with a personal or professional interest. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This day introduces you to EATS and is a good foundation in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). You will learn different terminology used in the specialism; the difference between complexity of devices; key concepts related to implementing and making AAC work; how and when to refer to the specialist service and other essential knowledge needed to work in this area. The session is a good mix of theory and practical activities, and the day concludes with a generous interactive session for all to have a chance to have hands on experience with many devices and communication tools. The course is for anyone who wants information about AAC, whether you are a client, family member, paid carer, teacher, Speech & Language Therapist, other Allied Health Professional or anyone else who has an interest. If you are booking for a group, please supply details for each member of your party at checkout. This helps us to get an idea of who the course is helping, and in which manner. Thank you! This course is a requirement to attend our level 2 AAC awareness course. If you are interested in attending the level 2 course after you have completed this introduction, please contact us at eats.lincoln@nhs.net [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introduction-to-aac-tickets-739301098487?aff=oddtdtcreator] to book your place. If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to email us at eats.lincoln@nhs.net [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introduction-to-aac-tickets-739301098487?aff=oddtdtcreator] We hope to see you there!

In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including people who have been labelled as being on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Online Course now available via Teachable Platform [https://inclusive-solutions-school.teachable.com/courses] – Understanding Movement Differences [https://inclusive-solutions-school.teachable.com/p/understanding-movement-differences/] Learn at your own pace… lots of text and video support COURSE CATEGORY Autism and Communication Inclusion Parents and Carers Behaviour and Relationships DESCRIPTION In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including people who have been labelled as being on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Family perspectives and experiences will also be explored. This is not a ‘medical model’ day on autism. Our motto for the day is ‘People do things for a Reason (and the reason isn’t autism).’ We make full use of first hand accounts of the experience of autism – the autobiographies – to deepen participants’ understanding of what it means to be labelled ‘autistic’ > “We are all much more simply human than otherwise, be we happy and successful, > contented and detached, miserable and disordered, or whatever.” > > HARRY STACK SULLIVAN TESTIMONIALS > ‘Very respectful of people on the spectrum.’ > ‘Really gave me an idea of how people feel.’ > ‘Ways of reaching a person not a condition.’ > > CLAIRE LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Increased confidence regarding including autistic people 2. Access to a wider range of practical strategies to impact on communication and behaviour issues 3. Deeper understanding of core values surrounding inclusion 4. New skills and processes to strengthen the inclusion of autistic people WHO IS IT FOR? * Social Care workers * Personal Assistants * Early years and school based practitioners * Heads and deputies * Guidance staff * Learning support teams * SENCOs * Primary and secondary teachers * Parents * Brothers and sisters * Local authority support services * Community workers and carers COURSE CONTENT The course answers the questions : * What is autism? * How do we go about including autistic people? * What does autism have to do with me? Key themes include: * Movement differences * Strategies for Facilitating Communication * Supports and Accommodations for Sensory Sensitivities * Developing Friendships and Peer Support * School and Family Partnerships * Learning to Listen Positive Behavioural Supports

In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including pupils who have been labelled as being on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. COURSE CATEGORY Autism and Communication DESCRIPTION In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including pupils who have been labelled as being on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Parental perspectives and experiences will also be explored. This is not a ‘medical model’ day on autism. Our motto for the day is ‘People do things for a Reason (and the reason isn’t autism).’ We make full use of first hand accounts of the experience of autism – the autobiographies – to deepen participants’ understanding of what it means to be labeled ‘autistic’ > “We are all much more simply human than otherwise, be we happy and successful, > contented and detached, miserable and disordered, or whatever.” > > HARRY STACK SULLIVAN TESTIMONIALS > ‘A great day – going away buzzing with ideas’?? > ‘Thanks for a wonderful day. Useful informative and a real ‘eye opener’. I > feel that I am able to understand why some autistic children carry out certain > actions’ > ‘I have gained a lot of knowledge and understanding and will be able to help > support and accommodate children better. Thank you.’ > ‘I now know autism is part of us all’ > ‘Useful to stand in shoes of autistic people’ > ‘I was blessed to be on this day’ > ‘I will take all these ideas back to the nursery’ > ‘Very respectful of people on the spectrum.’ > ‘Ways of reaching a person, not a condition.’ > ‘Really gave me an idea of how people feel.’ LEARNING OBJECTIVES * Increased confidence regarding autistic pupils and their inclusion in mainstream schools * Access to a wider range of practical strategies to impact on communication and behaviour issues * Deeper understanding of core values surrounding inclusion * New skills and processes to strengthen the inclusion of young Autistic people in all settings WHO IS IT FOR ? * Early years and school based practitioners * Heads and deputies * Guidance staff * Learning support teams * SENCOs * Primary and secondary teachers * Parents * Local authority support services * Community workers and carers COURSE CONTENT The course answers the questions : * What is autism? * How do we go about including autistic children or young people? * What does autism have to do with me? Key themes include: * Movement differences * Strategies for Facilitating Communication * Supports and Accommodations for Sensory Sensitivities * Developing Friendships and Peer Support * School and Family Partnerships * ‘Learning to Listen’ – Positive Behavioural Supports * Developing School wide Supports for Teachers and Students

In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including young people of all ages who experience anxiety some of whom may well be on the autism spectrum. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well as promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. COURSE CATEGORY Autism and Communication Inclusion Parents and Carers Behaviour and Relationships Meeting emotional needs DESCRIPTION In this practical workshop session we will explore ways of including anxious children in mainstream schools and settings. The session will be values based and practical and will aim to allow the sharing of experiences and good practice as well as promoting innovative approaches to inclusion through the design of best practice. Family perspectives and experiences will also be explored. This is not a ‘medical model’ day on anxiety.  TESTIMONIALS ‘Really gave me an idea of how people feel and helped me think how to plan to meet their needs.’ ‘Really useful insights’  LEARNING OBJECTIVES * Increased confidence and understanding regarding including anxious children * Access to a wider range of practical strategies to impact on anxiety * Deeper understanding of core values surrounding inclusion * New skills and processes to strengthen the inclusion of anxious children * Insights and understanding of sensory sensitivities * Understanding increased in area of movement differences  WHO IS IT FOR? * Personal Assistants * Teachers * Heads and deputies * Guidance staff * Learning support teams * SENCOs * Primary and secondary teachers * Parents * Brothers and sisters * Local authority support services * Community workers and carers COURSE CONTENT The course answers the questions : * What is anxiety? * How do we go about including anxious children? * Can we understand more deeply what is going on underneath concerning behaviours? Key themes include: * Movement differences * Supports and Accommodations for Sensory Sensitivities * Developing Friendships and Peer Support * Learning to Listen 

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