For Professionals: Autism: what does it look like and how does it present?

Full day course -this course is suitable for education professionals working with autistic individuals in the classroom.

Course aims:

• To give an introduction to autism
• To develop an understanding of how autism is diagnosed
• To develop an awareness of sensory and communication differences that people with autism may experiences
• To improve your understanding of the impact of autism on communication, learning and behaviour
• To share practical strategies for supporting autistic individuals in the classroom, such as; use of visual supports, planning and scaffolding activities, effective use of sanctions and rewards.