Autism & Aspergers Awareness

There are places available on the Autism & Aspergers Awareness training as follows:

28th September 2018 - Com Room 2, Neuadd Brycheiniog - 1.30pm - 4.30pm

13th March 2019 - NPTC Newtown - 9.30am - 12.30pm

Please book your places via Trent Self-Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk

Aim:  To raise awareness of Autism and Aspergers Syndrome by focussing on the variety of issues that an individual on the Autistic Spectrum may face as well as looking at effective ways to support them in different settings.

Key Learning Outcomes
· Understand the main characteristics of the Autistic Spectrum
· Understand how Aspergers fits into the Autistic Spectrum and the particular issues people with Aspergers may face
· Knowledge of the Triad of Impairments
· Understand how sensory issues can impact on individuals with an autistic spectrum condition
· Know how to develop sensory profiles for individuals
· Be aware of strategies to support an individual on the Autistic Spectrum