Understanding autism and effective strategies for Early Years Educators:

Professional Development Workshop

This is a General Workshop which has been developed specifically for early years professionals, who want a better understanding of autism and a range of effective strategies to support children.

Presented by an Autism Consultant with significant experience in working in the early years setting with children with autism, the topics covered include:

•Understanding autism;

•The early indicators of autism;

•Diagnostic process in SA;

•Services and available support;

•Setting up supportive environments;

•Setting up successful transitions;

•How to teach a new skill;

•Positive behaviour support strategies;

•Identifying and supporting sensory needs; and

•Case studies.

Suitable for professionals supporting children up to 6 years.

All participants will receive a certificate with the workshop title, the number of hours and will state that the training links to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (where appropriate).

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Workshop Definitions:

General Workshops are designed to give participants a better understanding of autism. They present a broad range of effective strategies that participants can use to improve their practice when working with individuals on the spectrum. These workshops are suited to participants who have not attended previous Autism SA workshops.

In Focus Workshops are designed for participants who have a good general knowledge and understanding of autism. These sessions are for those wanting to enhance their professional practice by developing skills to support individuals in specific areas relating to autism. It is recommended that participants first attend a General Workshop prior to attending an In Focus Workshop.

Autism SA has a highly experienced and diverse training team which includes consultants, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and facilitators who have extensive experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum in a range of settings.

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Notice:

To ensure we prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community and reduce the risk of exposure to our clients, our staff and visitors, we ask that you do not attend the session if

You have been in close contact with a person or site with a confirmed case of COVID-19.
You are in quarantine following travel from intestate/overseas.
Are you feeling sick with fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell, runny nose or fatigue?
You have been instructed by a healthcare professional to get tested for COVID-19.

If the above apply to you please contact us and our team will work with you to find an alternative solution.