Working with our Autistic Children/Tamariki (Modules 1 & 2)
Course Details
Duration: 120 minutes (two 60 minute modules)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $65.22 + GST (Total $75.00) per person
Format: Online Training (can’t make the live online training, don’t worry you can register to view our recording – fit it into your busy life, at your own pace, in your own space)
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Join us for this essential course to ensure you are equipped to support our Autistic children effectively.
About This Course
Our autism series offers a comprehensive introduction as it takes a deeper look into the difficulties and challenges our neurodivergent children experience as well as the complexities of working with children diagnosed and undiagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
This course is carefully structured into two modules, each thoughtfully designed to explore critical aspects of understanding and effectively supporting autistic individuals.
Participants will interact with the latest research and evidence-based practices to ensure their knowledge aligns with recent developments in autism approaches.
Key Takeaways
Module 1: Understanding Autism
Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:
- Define autism and its characteristics.
- Understand neuro affirming terms and preferences.
- Understand the impacts of poor executive functioning skills, apply evidence-based strategies.
- Understand Theory of Mind and the social impacts.
- Recognise communication difficulties commonly associated with autism.
- Understand social difficulties- barriers associated in forming connections with their peers.
- Identify signs of anxiety in autistic children.
- Implement self-calming strategies.
Module 2: Responding to Sensory Difficulties and Behaviour
Following this module, participants will be able to:
Understand sensory sensitivities and difficulties.
Recognise stimming behaviour: its nature, causes, supports.
Understand behaviour and respond proactively to what’s underneath.
Apply strengths-based support strategies to assist in calming children during moments of overwhelm.
Recognise the build-up of triggers, stressors, and big emotions.
Create and support autism-supportive environments
This certificate is right for you if….
You work directly or indirectly with Autistic children, whether in a professional, caregiver, or volunteer capacity. People who have found this course particularly beneficial include educators, school leaders, teachers, learning support staff, OSCAR staff, recreation staff, childcare support staff, youth workers, healthcare professionals, social services staff, and parents/caregivers.
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