Pathological Demand Avoidance conference, Transitions, Autism-friendly design and other conferences and courses
Autism and social skills conference
25 November 2016. London
This National Autistic Society’s conference will look at how unwritten social rules can be anxiety-inducing for autistic people. It will discuss the effectiveness of existing social skills development programmes and apps.
www.autism.org.uk/socialskills2016D
7 July: London
26 July: Liverpool
11 August: Sheffield
4 Sept: Pontypridd
5 November: Manchester
This one-day course, organised by The National Autistic Society, provides a comprehensive introduction to autism, focusing on the delivery of sport. Aimed at those involved in delivering sport or physical activity, it will help delegates to recognise and understand the key areas of difference in autism, as well as looking at supportive strategies in practical situations in order to reduce the difficulties experienced by participants and session leaders.
http://www.autism.org.uk/sportcourseD
Understanding autism and introduction to the SPELL framework
4 October 2016. London
This one-day, CPD certified course, organised by The National Autistic Society, provides an overview of autism and how to support people with the condition using the SPELL framework. SPELL is a framework for responding to the needs of children and adults on the autism spectrum developed through evidence-based practice. It is useful in identifying underlying issues, reducing the disabling effects of the condition and providing a cornerstone for communication. This course is suitable for those wanting to increase their understanding of autism and strategies to support children or adults on the autism spectrum. Other dates and in-house training available.
www.autism.org.uk/SPELLcourseD
Visit: http://www.autism.org.uk/professionals/conferences.aspx
