Understanding autism and effective strategies for SSO/LSO/ESOs

Professional Development General Workshop

This is a General Workshop that has been developed specifically for SSOs, ESOs and LSOs who want a better understanding of autism and a range of effective strategies to use when supporting students on the spectrum.

This workshop recognises the important role of Support Officers within the educational sector. The program allows time for participants to share their ideas and successes, and network with other participants.

The topics covered include:

Understanding autism;
Developing a relationship with students;
The role of support staff and how to provide effective support;
Enhancing communication and social interaction;
Increasing student engagement;
Positive behaviour strategies when working 1:1, in groups and in the classroom;
Strategies to support sensory needs;
Support and services; and
How to look after your own needs on the job!

Suitable for professionals supporting individuals aged 5-18.

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).

Professional Workshops are designed for any individuals who support an individual on the autism spectrum on a professional or volunteer basis. The workshops provide examples and strategies that are relevant for professionals.

If this workshop is full, please contact Emma Bennett on ebennett@autismsa.org.au.

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Workshop Definitions:

GENERAL WORKSHOPS are designed to give participants an introductory understanding of the autism spectrum and provide key strategies to support individuals in a range of settings. This is achieved through facilitation of information, videos content, activities and discussion. It is recommended that participants attend an Autism SA General Workshops prior to attending an Autism SA In-Focus Workshop or Masterclass unless they have a good, current understanding of the autism spectrum.

IN FOCUS WORKSHOPS are designed for participants that have a good, current understanding of autism that what a more in-depth knowledge and understanding relating to a particular area of the autism field and greater confidence in applying strategies to support individuals in this area. This is achieved through facilitation of information, video content, activities and discussion.

MASTERCLASSES are short intensive workshops that are designed to provide participants that already have a good, current understanding of autism with specific content relating to a particular topic, strategy or program. This is achieved through facilitation of information, video content, activities and discussion.

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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, when you arrive you will be asked to examine your own health and complete a form that will ask the following questions:

Have you been in close contact with a person with a confirmed case of COVID-19 (or suspected, awaiting a test outcome) coronavirus?
Have you returned from overseas in the past 14 days?
Have you returned from interstate in the past 14 days?
Are you feeling sick with fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or fatigue?
Have you been instructed by a healthcare professional to get tested for COVID-19?

Please note that if you are unwell or at risk of COVID-19, you will not be able to attend the face-to-face workshop at that time. Our team will work with you to find an alternative solution.