About this Event
This is a free introductory course for statutory services in Derbyshire County, delivered by Autism Information and Advice (part of Citizens Advice Mid Mercia and funded by Derbyshire County Council).
The course objectives are as follows:
1. To gain a basic, working understanding of autism, neurodevelopmental conditions and neurodiversity;
2. To understand the difference between autism and learning difficulties;
3. To gain an understanding of the central three challenges of autism - communication and language, social understanding and relationships, and impaired imaginative thought and inflexibility of thoughts and behaviours;
4. To have knowledge of approaches to understanding and supporting these three challenges – being person-centred, planning and preparation, creating a safe environment, minimising sensory disturbances, and practical advice.
The course will be delivered via Microsoft Teams.
Event Venue
Online
GBP 0.00