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28 March
9:30am - 11:30am
Explaining Autism | 28/03/2018 | Joondalup
This year World Autism Awareness Week will be from the 26 March 2018 to Monday 2 April 2018. In recognition of this event, please join us for a presentation where we will introduce you to the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder, the impact experienced during daily life and the various services available from the Autism Association of Western Australia.
28 March
10:30am - 12:30pm
Explaining Autism | 28/03/2018 | Midland
This year World Autism Awareness Week will be from the 26 March 2018 to Monday 2 April 2018. In recognition of this event, please join us for a presentation where we will introduce you to the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder, the impact experienced during daily life and the various services available from the Autism Association of Western Australia.
05 April
9:15am - 11:15am
Early Days My Child & Autism | 05/04/2018 | Maddington
The Early Days Workshops are provided free to families and carers of children aged 0 to 6 years with (or who may have) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The My Child & Autism workshop is facilitated by staff from the Autism Association of Western Australia and will cover the following topics: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). What ASD looks like for your child and your family. How you can make a difference. Navigating Early Intervention and funding options
06 April
9:30am - 11:00am
Getting to Know the NDIS | 06/04/2018 | South Perth
Intended Participants: Individuals with Disabilities, Community Organisations, Childcare, Support Workers, Carers & Families. This information session is for people of all ages and all disabilities. The Autism Association of Western Australia invites you to attend an information session where you can learn about the NDIS roll out in WA. The session will cover how the NDIS is being rolled-out in WA, how to access the NDIS, information on individualised planning and information on how to implement your NDIS plan. The information session will last for 1…
07 April
9:30am - 2:30pm
CANCELLED Early Days My Child & Autism | 07/04/2018/ | Joondalup
Please note that this workshop has been cancelled due to low registration numbers. Kindly email seminars@autism.org,au should you have any queries in this regard. The Early Days Workshops are provided free to families and carers of children aged 0 to 6 years with (or who may have) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The My Child & Autism workshop is facilitated by staff from the Autism Association of Western Australia and will cover the following topics: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). What ASD looks…
09 April - 10 April
8:30am - 4:30pm
PECS Level 1 Training | 9th & 10th April 2018
This intensive two-day training is designed to teach participants the theory behind The Picture Exchange Communication System and the protocols on how to appropriately implement the six phases of PECS. The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is used to teach communication skills rapidly to those with limited functional speech. PECS promotes communication within a social context, without lengthy prerequisite training. Training in PECS begins by teaching a spontaneous request and goes on to teach additional communicative functions such as responding…
10 April
6:00pm - 9:00pm
CANCELLED Facilitating Early Communication Development | 10/04/2018
Please note that this workshop has been cancelled due to low registration numbers. Kindly email seminars@autism.org,au should you have any queries in this regard. Building communication skills into everyday activities is vital for children’s development. It will enable them to share their important messages and understand what you are saying to them. There are many ways we can help our children communicate. This workshop will guide you in the best supports for your child and how to get started at…
12 April - 13 April
8:30am - 4:30pm
CANCELLED PECS Level 2 Training | 12th & 13th April 2018
Unfortunately, this workshop has been cancelled due to low registration numbers. Kindly email seminars@autism.org.au should you have any queries in this regard. This interactive training is perfect for parents and/or professionals who have previously attended the PECS Level 1 (Basic) Training and want to address specific PECS implementation challenges and expand the use of PECS across a wide range of activities and settings. Pyramid's skilled instructor will lead group discussions and video analyses regarding practical and resourceful solutions, and innovative problem…
12 April
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Early Days Play and Social Learning | 12/04/2018 | Shenton Park EVENING
The Early Days Workshops are provided free to families and carers of children aged 0 to 6 years with (or who may have) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Play and Social Learning workshop will cover the following topics: Understanding Play, social learning and ASD. Understanding the types of play. Strategies to scaffold and encourage play development.
14 April
9:30am - 2:30pm
Early Days Understanding Behaviour | 14/04/2018 | Midland
The Early Days Understanding Behaviour workshop focuses on helping parents and carers manage difficult behaviour in children aged 0 to 6 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Families of children with an ASD often report high levels of stress and difficult behaviour can be one reason for this. Difficult behaviour can also interfere with the child’s development and learning. This workshop will cover the following topics: Understanding your child’s behaviour. Teaching your child a new, more functional behaviour. Developing techniques to promote positive behaviour.