The National Autistic Society’s Professional Conference, 1-2 March 2016, Telford International centre, Telford 

This annual two-day conference is a must for all professionals working with autism. Last year it was attended by nearly 700 delegates! The event provides a unique opportunity for professionals from education, health and social health sectors to network, 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. There will also be a series of seminars dedicated to education. Book your place now.

http://www.autism.org.uk/professional2016D

CPD certified training courses

Understanding autism and introduction to the SPELL framework, 17 March, London

This one-day 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.

http://www.autism.org.uk/SPELL2015D 

Learning to wee and poo in the right place – continence problems in children with autism 

23 February, London 

The course, organised by The National Autistic Society, will focus on the common toileting difficulties in children with autism, toileting training, specific continence issues and autism-related continence issues. The day will be presented by Dr Eve Fleming (Community Paediatrician) and Lorraine MacAlister (NAS).

www.autism.org.uk/ContinenceProblems2015D

9 March 2016
Understanding stress and anxiety in autism, and their impact on behaviour
London
This new 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. 

http://www.autism.org.uk/behaviourcourse2015D

Understanding and managing Feeding and Eating on the autism spectrum
22 March 2016 – Nottingham

This one-day course will focus on understanding and managing feeding and eating in individuals on the autism spectrum. It is written and presented by professionals from Birmingham Food Refusal Services who provide clinical and training services for food refusal.

http://www.autism.org.uk/professionals/training-consultancy/courses/eating.aspx

Autism and sport

25th Feb 2016 – London

20th March 2016 – Wales

12 April 2016 – Birmingham

26 April 2016 – York

This course 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/professionals/training-consultancy/courses/sports/sport-combined.aspx