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Easter Holidays Bunyan Softplay

4th April, 2023
Ends: 4th May, 2023 11:30 am-1:00 pm

How to book:

Call 01234 214871

Email: enquiries@autismbeds.org

John Bunyan Sports & Fitness, Mile Road, Bedford, MK42 9TS

Easter Holidays Family Swim Sessions

5th April, 2023 12:30 pm-3:00 pm

How to book:

Call 01234 214871

Email: enquiries@autismbeds.org

Lea Manor Recreation Centre, Northwell Drive, Luton, Beds, LU3 3TL

6 Week Music Workshop

11th April, 2023
Ends: 16th May, 2023 5:30 pm-7:30 pm

King House, 6 George Street West, Luton, LU1 2DZ

Autism & Communication for Practitioners

26th April, 2023 9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop looking into communication differences that may be experienced by some autistic individuals and how to meet their needs.

To explore:

  • what we mean by communication
  • how and why autistic communication may differ from non-autistic communication
  • some possible ways to support autistic individuals with communication

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

 

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Autism & Demand Avoidance for Practitioners

3rd May, 2023 9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop to increase understanding of the demand avoidant presentation of autism, with advice on how to support those with this challenge.

To explore:

  • 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 work collaboratively with children and young people to minimise demand avoidant behaviour

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

 

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Autism & Sensory Processing for Practitioners

17th May, 2023 9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop explaining the relationship between autism and sensory processing differences, in autistic people of all ages.

To explore:

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

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the course handouts and zoom link.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism & Using Social Stories for Practitioners

24th May, 2023 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Autism & Using Social Stories for Practitioners

A practical tier 2 workshop providing the opportunity to learn and develop skills to communicate with autistic people of all ages more effectively, using social stories. Including the opportunity to compose a social story of your own.

To explore:

  • the differences we all experience in perspective taking and social understanding – due to different ways of thinking and processing information
  • the original theory behind the concept of social stories in addressing these differences and how they might still be useful
  • writing your own social story based on a situation of your own experience

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed further details.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism & Behaviour for Practitioners

7th June, 2023 9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop providing information about the underpinning causes of differing behaviours in autistic individuals of all ages and how they may best be supported.

To explore:

  • the differences autistic individuals may experience in regulating behaviours
  • how to adapt environments & practices to meet the needs of autistic children and adults
  • some possible ways to support during difficult situations

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Easter Holidays Bunyan Softplay

4th April, 2023
Ends: 4th May, 2023 11:30 am-1:00 pm

How to book:

Call 01234 214871

Email: enquiries@autismbeds.org

John Bunyan Sports & Fitness, Mile Road, Bedford, MK42 9TS

Easter Holidays Family Swim Sessions

5th April, 2023 12:30 pm-3:00 pm

How to book:

Call 01234 214871

Email: enquiries@autismbeds.org

Lea Manor Recreation Centre, Northwell Drive, Luton, Beds, LU3 3TL

6 Week Music Workshop

11th April, 2023
Ends: 16th May, 2023 5:30 pm-7:30 pm

King House, 6 George Street West, Luton, LU1 2DZ

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Autism & Communication for Practitioners

26th April, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop looking into communication differences that may be experienced by some autistic individuals and how to meet their needs.

To explore:

  • what we mean by communication
  • how and why autistic communication may differ from non-autistic communication
  • some possible ways to support autistic individuals with communication

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

 

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Autism & Demand Avoidance for Practitioners

3rd May, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop to increase understanding of the demand avoidant presentation of autism, with advice on how to support those with this challenge.

To explore:

  • 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 work collaboratively with children and young people to minimise demand avoidant behaviour

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

 

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Autism & Sensory Processing for Practitioners

17th May, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop explaining the relationship between autism and sensory processing differences, in autistic people of all ages.

To explore:

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

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the course handouts and zoom link.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism & Using Social Stories for Practitioners

24th May, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

Autism & Using Social Stories for Practitioners

A practical tier 2 workshop providing the opportunity to learn and develop skills to communicate with autistic people of all ages more effectively, using social stories. Including the opportunity to compose a social story of your own.

To explore:

  • the differences we all experience in perspective taking and social understanding – due to different ways of thinking and processing information
  • the original theory behind the concept of social stories in addressing these differences and how they might still be useful
  • writing your own social story based on a situation of your own experience

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed further details.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism & Behaviour for Practitioners

7th June, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop providing information about the underpinning causes of differing behaviours in autistic individuals of all ages and how they may best be supported.

To explore:

  • the differences autistic individuals may experience in regulating behaviours
  • how to adapt environments & practices to meet the needs of autistic children and adults
  • some possible ways to support during difficult situations

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism & Mental Health for Practitioners

22nd June, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop explaining the impact of poor mental health on autistic individuals, particularly useful for practitioners working with autistic individuals who have co-existing mental health conditions and/or dual diagnoses.

To explore:

  • an overview of co-existing mental health and some neurological 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

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism in the Classroom Parts 1 & 2

5th July, 2023
9:30 am-4:30 pm

This 2 part course is designed for professionals 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 other professionals directly supporting autistic children in the classroom.

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Autism, Women & Girls

6th July, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 2 workshop providing an understanding of how autism may present in a more internalised way in females (and some males!)

To explore:

  • the way autism may present more subtly in females and why this may delay diagnosis
  • how to adapt environments and practices to meet the specific needs of autistic females
  • resources and strategies for supporting autistic females

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the details to join and course handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

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Autism – Introduction for Practitioners

20th July, 2023
9:30 am-12:30 pm

A tier 1 workshop encompassing recent updates to autism legislation, current thinking/research, and use of language around autism. A comprehensive basic course for people new to autism and a useful refresher for those in need of updated training.

To explore:

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

On booking you will receive a confirmation email and the week before the training you will be emailed the zoom link and handouts.

There will be a maximum of 15 delegates.

 

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