Training & Consultancy

An introductory course designed to provide a basic understanding of autism spectrum conditions, suitable for anyone who may encounter autistic adults.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• an overview of current legislation relating to autism
• what autism is and the key areas that may impact autistic people
• some practical strategies to become more ‘autism friendly’ in the workplace and in supporting autistic individuals

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: None

Cost: £500 or £50 per place if booked through our rolling programme

This two part course is designed for practitioners working in a school environment who work with autistic children of all ages on a regular basis; particularly useful for Special Educational Needs Coordinators, class teachers and people directly supporting autistic children in the classroom.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the main difficulties experienced by autistic children – and some of their strengths
• practical strategies that all staff can implement to support autistic children
• knowledge to share with colleagues to ensure your school is an autism-friendly setting

Course Length: 2 half days

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: Basic autism knowledge or practical experience

Cost: For both parts, a total of £800 or £80 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme (both parts must be attended to gain a certificate of attendance)

A practical workshop providing the opportunity to learn and develop skills to communicate with autistic people of all ages more effectively through social stories.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the differences autistic people may experience in perspective taking, social understanding and managing change, due to their different way of thinking
• the theory behind the concept of social stories in addressing and supporting people with these differences
• how to write a social story, from unpicking the situation to suggesting alternative courses of action

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A good basic understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A workshop to explain the impact of autism on regulating behaviour, offering advice on how to support autistic individuals of all ages.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the difficulties autism may cause in regulating behaviours
• how to adapt environments and practices to meet the needs of autistic individuals
• strategies for managing difficult situations

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A good basic understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A workshop providing information about the demand avoidant presentation of autism and advice on how to support those with demand avoidant behaviour of all ages.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• what is meant by ‘demand avoidance’ in relation to autism and the controversy over the ‘PDA’ diagnosis
• the role of anxiety in creating demand avoidant behaviour
• how to prevent and manage demand avoidant behaviour

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A good basic understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A workshop exploring the relationship between autism and sensory processing in autistic people of all ages.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the impact of sensory processing differences on the lives of autistic individuals
• resources and strategies to support health and wellbeing where there are sensory challenges
• when to ask for professional input

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A good basic understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A workshop providing information about the differences often found in the ‘female’ or ‘internalised’ presentation of autism, with advice on how to best support individuals.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the way autism affects women and girls and why this can delay diagnosis
• how to adapt environments and practices to meet the specific needs of autistic women and girls
• resources and strategies for supporting autistic women and girls

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A thorough understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A workshop designed to be particularly useful for those who are working with autistic individuals who have co-existing mental health conditions.

Delegates will explore and understand:

• an overview of co-existing mental health conditions commonly experienced by autistic people and how these affect their individual needs
• how to proactively adapt environments and practices to prevent needs escalating
• resources and strategies for supporting individuals

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: A thorough understanding of autism

Cost: £500 or £50 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

A half day workshop designed for practitioners working with autistic adults and young people who need professional help to initiate, develop and maintain constructive relationships

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the importance of direct teaching about relationships to autistic people
• ethical and legal issues
• concerns and experiences
• a starter range of teaching resources – our ‘toolkit’ – and take away a memory stick with over 400 electronic resources to develop and build on

Course Length: Half day

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: knowledge of autism to a confident standard or considerable practical experience

Cost: £600 or £60 per place if booked through our rolling programme

A workshop to develop skills, knowledge and strategies in supporting autistic adults. This course is designed and suitable for those who work directly with autistic individuals, or who need a more detailed understanding of autism

Delegates will explore and understand:

• the range of areas in which an autistic person may need support
• the ‘spectrum’ of autism, considering causes of stress, with an overview of sensory processing differences
• how to adjust practice and improve services for autistic individuals

Course Length: Full Day/ Two Half Days

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: Practical experience working in either a setting or 1:1 supporting an autistic adult, or having attended our Autism In Adulthood training/similar.

Cost: £800 or £80 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme

This course is based on evidence gathered from autistic people and clinical research professionals, with content being reviewed and updated in line with ongoing developments in research and our understanding of autism. Designed for people working with autistic adults in a professional capacity; people with a personal interest are welcome to attend but the focus will be on professional practice

Delegates will explore and understand:

• detailed information on autism theories and practice
• the clinical diagnosis process
• an overview of approaches and reasonable adjustments required to support autistic adults

Course Length: Full Day/ Two Half Days

Number of delegates: A maximum of 12

Pre-requisites: Professional involvement with autistic adults; a good understanding of autism based on prior attendance at our introductory and practitioner courses or similar (please contact us if you’re unsure if this course is suitable for you).

Cost: £900 or £90 on a pay per place basis if booked through our rolling training programme