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Course summary:
An introduction to Autism and how it may present in primary aged children, including strategies and resources to support anxiety, routines,
communication and interaction.
Trainers:
Members of the SEND Team- Inclusion Specialist Teaching Team
Course content:
Session 1:
- Become familiar with ASC and how this can present in young children
- Become familiar with the Hanen communication stages for young children with ASC
- Plan and set appropriate short-term outcomes using ‘Communication Stages.’ Session 2:
- Consider how you can plan for play and learning skills at the different
communication stages, including use of visual structure.
Session 3:
- Consider the impact of sensory preferences and how you might support these.
Course dates and time: Autumn term
Session 1:
Friday 13th October 2023 at 9 – 10.30am
Venue: Remote training via Microsoft Teams
Session 2:
Friday 20th October 2023 at 9.30-11am Venue: Face to Face, Civic Offices room 1.02
Session 3:
Friday 3rd November 2023 at 9.30-11am Venue: Face to Face, Civic Offices room 1.02
Who should attend? This training is useful for all school practitioners, behaviour leads, teachers, SENDCos, teaching assistants and learning mentors working within a mainstream setting
