Introduction to Autistic Spectrum Conditions
DateWednesday, 9 December, 9:30am
LocationHertfordshire Development Centre
PriceTickets from £40
About this event
Course Duration:
9.30am - 4.30pm
Target Audience:
All staff, volunteers, family carers, direct employers and their PA’s who work with people with autism
Aim:
To provide a comprehensive overview of Autistic Spectrum Conditions, exploring the challenges and strengths, the co-occurring conditions, and the impact of living an Autistic life in a Neurotypical world.
Course Content:
- Define Autistic Spectrum Conditions including an overview of the subtypes
- Describe how Autism is diagnosed and identify services that are available in Hertfordshire to support assessment and diagnosis
- State the Autism prevalence rates
- Describe practical methods of adapting communication to support the needs and preferences of the Autistic person
- Describe how Autistic people may experience and perceive the world
- Explain how strengths-based person-centred approaches and strategies can lead to positive outcomes for Autistic people
- Describe how carers can provide a human rights based approach to support that places wellbeing at the center of support planning
- Identify conditions that commonly co-occur with Autism
- Explain the impact of gender on Autism presentation and support needs
Venue
Hertfordshire Development Centre
Robertson House Six Hills Way,
Stevenage
SG1 2FQ
Parking
Parking is available on site.
Hertfordshire Development Centre (HDC) is accessible by public transport, being approximately a 10-minute walk from Stevenage bus and railway stations. This link provides directions to the venue.
Parking spaces for HDC delegates and visitors will be available on both the upper level and in the underground carpark; blue badge spaces are available on the upper level, outside the main entrance. Delegates are requested to display a parking permit, available at the following link: Delegate Parking Permit
Disabled Facilities
The venue is accessible. Please contact us about any particular arrangements you may require so we can support you in being able to attend and participate fully in our event.
Further information
NOTE: This course is for individuals who provide Adult Health and Social care in Hertfordshire or who support Hertfordshire residents only
