Working with Autism
FREE Training for Health & Social Care Staff (Oxfordshire Staff Only)
Dates:
24th April 2019 11:00 am - 3:00 pm or
13th May 2019 11:00 am - 3:00 pm or
4th June 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Prior booking is necessary
This training is very popular and usually over subscribed. Last time we advertised there were 500 applications for 250 places. If you book a place, please let us know if you cannot attend so that we can offer your place to someone on the waiting list. Depending on circumstances, a £50 + vat charge may be incurred by those failing to attend without letting us know in advance.
Refreshments provided; please bring own lunch
Facilitators: Autism Oxford Training Team
Learning Outcomes
After attending this course you will:
- have an understanding of the Autism Spectrum and its key features
- have awareness of what Autism looks like and appreciation of how it feels on the inside
- have insights into everyday issues that can affect people with Autism, such as sensory issues, Anxiety, Fear, Low Self-esteem
- be able to identify and use some autism-friendly strategies and ‘reasonable adjustments’
- understand the importance of Autism-friendly communication and what that means
- be aware of autism services & organisations in Oxfordshire & the Alert Card Scheme
Location: Abell House Horspath Driftway, Oxford, OX2 0ES
For more information and to book, visit http://autismoxford.org.uk/events/