2 Day PODD Introductory Workshop

This workshop is designed for speech pathologists, or anyone who wants to develop a more detailed understanding of PODD language organisation. This workshop includes information about selecting and customising PODD communication books, and participants are provided with a substantial workshop manual.

Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) is a means of selecting and organising symbols so that people with complex communication needs can connect with family members, friends and people they meet in everyday life.

This 2 Day PODD Introductory Workshop will be hosted by Amelia Edwards, one of Novita's speech pathology clinical leads and is a fantastic professional development opportunity, and provides such important, foundational information about working with individuals who use PODD.

Please note: The 2 Day PODD Introductory Workshop is a prerequisite for undertaking other PODD training (e.g. 1 Day PODD Alternative Access Workshop, 5 Day Advanced PODD Workshop).

Who should attend?

This workshop is beneficial for anyone who is a PODD communication book partner, such as (but not limited to):

• Speech Pathologists
• Parents
• Teachers
• Therapists
• Support workers

Benefits of attending:

You will learn:

• About the development of PODD language organisation
• How to use direct access PODD communication books
• How to select and customise PODD communication books
• How to create an aided language learning environment
• How to evaluate the implementation of any communication tool under the AARCH (Accessibility, Autonomy, Requirements, Competence, Habits) through the use of case studies and hands on practice

Details of the workshop are:

Date: Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 October 2025, 9:00am-5:00pm, both days

Location: NovitaTech, 31 Manton Street, Hindmarsh

Cost: $605.00 per person (including GST) – this includes the provision of the official workshop book, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on both days and a certificate of completion at the end of the workshop.

Car Parking: Please do not use the car park in front of the store, as this is reserved for our retail customers. The Adelaide Entertainment Centre has $5.00 all day parking.

FAQs

Do I have to bring my own PODD communication book?

No, there will be PODD books available for the practice sessions, and there will be a variety of PODD books on display for you to look at during breaks.

We use PODD on our tablet/iPad, not in book form, will this workshop still be relevant?

The main focus of this workshop is for PODD communication books, however the ideas learnt can be transferred across to using with a PODD app on tablet or iPad.

Do I need a basic understanding of PODD to get the most out of this workshop?

No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to learn more about PODDs!

I already use a PODD with my child or client but want to get better at it – will this workshop still be useful?

Even if you already use a PODD with your child or client, this workshop is a great opportunity to develop a more detailed understanding about PODD language organisation and how to support the implementation of a PODD communication book. This workshop is also a pre-requisite to enable further PODD training to be undertaken (e.g. 1 Day PODD Alternative Access Training).

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please email training@novita.org.au

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

Cancellation by participant:

Where the participant has requested cancellation of their course registration, Novita Services will refund the cost of the course, as long as the request to cancel the registration has been received by email at least seven (7) working days prior to the course date. Participants wishing to cancel their registration should email training@novita.org.au and include their full name, course title and ticket order number. The option of rescheduling to the next workshop will also be offered where possible. Where the participant is eligible for a refund, Novita reserves the right to deduct any administrative or resource costs that have been incurred. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations received less than seven (7) days from the course commencement date. Where a participant does not attend a course (no show), a refund will not be made.

Course registration transfers:

Course registration tickets are transferrable to a substitute delegate. Participants wishing to transfer a ticket order should email training@novita.org.au and advise the original and new delegates’ names, course name and order number.

Course cancellation by Novita:

In the event of a course requiring cancellation by Novita due to unforeseen circumstances, registered participants may choose to either roll over the workshop fee to the rescheduled date or seek a full refund. Novita Services will not be held responsible for any costs incurred (such as flights, accommodation, travel expenses) or loss of income.

Registration terms and conditions:

These Registration Terms and Conditions form the agreement between Novita Services and the participant. It is the participant’s responsibility to fully read, understand and agree to Registration Terms & Conditions. Upon registration, participants are confirming they have read the workshop information, terms and conditions, and that the participant is aware of the requirements and structure of the workshop’s program.