First Steps 5 week course - ages 0-5 (SPACE)

A 5 week course full of strategies to support the wellbeing and social development of neurodivergent children under 5.

A brand new, evidence based 6-week in person course for parents and carers of children aged 0-5 years with a diagnosis or on the pathway for a diagnosis of Autism. Packed with accessible, interactive, outcome focused content we provide a calm, friendly and safe environment for Parents and Carers to develop a good understanding of their child’s needs. As a result of attending this course Parents and Carers will be empowered with a tool kit of strategies and interventions tailored to their family and specifically designed to support the wellbeing and social development of their children under 5.

First Steps is family-centred, offering support with the following outcomes:

• Understanding neurodiversity in their child

• Understanding sensory needs

• Understanding communication differences and preferences

• Supporting and modelling interactions, inventions, and strategies

• Understanding and supporting behaviour

• Supporting and promoting independence skills

The courses will be delivered by our SEND Family Support Team who are trained facilitators and also have extensive experience and training to support and train parents and carers of neurodiverse children including: early years inclusion specialism, the nurture programme, Hertfordshire STEPS, mental health first aid, early bird trainers, AET Train the Trainer and Parental Conflict training.

First Steps will take place on the following dates:

Friday 25th April 2025, 10:00-12:00

Friday 2nd May 2025, 10:00-12:00

Friday 9th May 2025, 10:00-12:00

Friday 16th May 2025, 10:00-12:00

Friday 23rd May 2025, 10:00-12:00

Cottonmill Community and Cycling Centre

Cottonmill Lane

St Albans

AL1 2EF

***Attendee's will benefit most by attending all sessions***

Teas and coffees are provided.

This course is commissioned by Hertfordshire County Council.

Please note: This is an event for parents/carers only and we cannot accommodate children. Please contact events@spaceherts.org.uk if you have any queries

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