Learn about Autism and Challenging behaviour, Communication, Anxiety and stress. Pathological Demand Avoidance and more
Upcoming NAS training courses and conferences:
Understanding and supporting challenging behaviour conference, 10 November, Exeter
This conference features key speakers who will discuss factors which can trigger behaviours for children and adults with autism which can be difficult for other people to deal with. Key topics include: strategies to reduce stress and anxiety, reducing restrictive practices, toileting issues, managing aggression at school and risk assessment and management. http://www.autism.org.uk/behaviour2015d
Sensory considerations course, 11 November, Manchester
This course will explore the sensory differences that may be experienced by children and adults on the autism spectrum and strategies to support these differences. This course will help you in identifying and making changes to your practice which will positively support the sensory needs of children with autism.
http://www.autism.org.uk/SensoryconsiderationsD
Autism and communication conference, 17 November, Leeds
This conference will discuss the types of communication difficulties that people on the autism spectrum can experience, as well as the various tools and strategies to help support verbal and non-verbal communication. Key topics include: atypical language development, intensive interaction, using IT, enabling people with severe difficulties to communicate.
www.autism.org.uk/communication2015d
NEW! Understanding stress and anxiety in autism, and their impact on behaviour training course
25 November 2015 – Manchester • 9 March 2016 – London
This course, , organised by The National Autistic Society, will help delegates understand the potential causes of stress and anxiety for people on the autism spectrum. It will examine the impact of anxiety on behaviour, and provide guidance on implementing changes to environments and practices to reduce stress.
Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome - 26 November 2015 – Peterborough
Information on PDA is extremely limited; this conference, organised by The National Autistic Society, provides a rare opportunity to learn about the disorder and hear experts in the field discussing the latest strategies.
http://www.autism.org.uk/PDA2015D
Autism and sensory integration - January 2016 – Cardiff
At this conference, organised by The National Autistic Society, we will look at the main sensory integration approaches in practice and how these can be applied in everyday environments, such as at school, in supported living, at work and within the home.
http://www.autism.org.uk/sensory2015D
The National Autistic Society’s Professional Conference, 1-2 March 2016, Telford
This annual two-day conference is a unique opportunity for professionals to discuss best practice and share learning. Expert speakers will present an overview of the changing environment and the latest developments in the field of autism. Delegates can choose seminars from four streams. Register before 20 November to benefit from the early booking rate.
http://www.autism.org.uk/professional2016d
Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome - 26 November 2015 – Peterborough
Information on PDA is extremely limited; this conference, organised by The National Autistic Society, provides a rare opportunity to learn about the disorder and hear experts in the field discussing the latest strategies.
http://www.autism.org.uk/PDA2015D
Autism and sensory integration - January 2016 – Cardiff
At this conference, organised by The National Autistic Society, we will look at the main sensory integration approaches in practice and how these can be applied in everyday environments, such as at school, in supported living, at work and within the home.
