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02 July
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Getting to know the NDIS – Workshop | Gosnells | 02/07/2019
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 are holding a series of information sessions where you can learn about the NDIS in WA. The information sessions will cover how to access the NDIS and information on planning and implementing an NDIS plan for individuals with Autism. The information session will last for 1.5 hours, followed by a 30 minute Q&A Cost…
06 July
9:30am - 3:30pm
Building Positive Behaviour: An Introduction to Supporting Positive Behaviour Change | 06/07/2019
This interactive workshop explores the process of understanding challenging behaviours and how to support positive behavioural change by using an evidence based approach. Participants will: - Develop their understanding of the connection between Autism and behaviour by reflecting on video examples, and through group discussion. - Learn about what Positive Behaviour Support actually means and why it is important to take a multi-element view of behaviour. - Work through a 5 Step process for achieving positive behaviour change…
10 July
Chatterbox Clinic | 10/07/19
Are you using AAC? Does your child use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) like a communication device or a communication book? Would you like to learn more about using it? The Autism Association of Western Australia is offering the Chatterbox Clinic to help you learn more about using AAC with your child. What is the Chatterbox Clinic? The Chatterbox clinic is for children who already have an AAC device or communication book and includes a fun and personalised coaching…
26 July
9:30am - 11:30am
Getting to know the NDIS – Workshop | East Fremantle | 26/07/2019
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 are holding a series of information sessions where you can learn about the NDIS in WA. The information sessions will cover how to access the NDIS and information on planning and implementing an NDIS plan for individuals with Autism. The information session will last for 1.5 hours, followed by a 30 minute Q&A Cost…
31 July
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Practical Strategies for Anxiety – High School | Shenton Park | 31/07/2019
Some children with Autism may experience higher levels of anxiety and worry than their typically developing peers. In this workshop, we will explore some of the signs and impacts of anxiety in teenagers and adolescents. Participants will learn about some practical strategies to support children to regulate their emotions and support their ability to participate in the high school environment. Recommended for parents and carers of children aged 12 to 18 years. Registrations for Families Accessing our Services: For…
21 August
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Getting to know the NDIS – Workshop | Joondalup | 21/08/2019
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 are holding a series of information sessions where you can learn about the NDIS in WA. The information sessions will cover how to access the NDIS and information on planning and implementing an NDIS plan for individuals with Autism. The information session will last for 1.5 hours, followed by a 30 minute Q&A Cost…
12 September
9:30am - 11:30am
Getting to know the NDIS – Workshop | Shenton Park | 12/09/2019
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 are holding a series of information sessions where you can learn about the NDIS in WA. The information sessions will cover how to access the NDIS and information on planning and implementing an NDIS plan for individuals with Autism. The information session will last for 1.5 hours, followed by a 30 minute Q&A Cost…
21 September
9:30am - 3:30pm
Building Positive Behaviour: An Introduction to Supporting Positive Behaviour Change | Shenton Park | 21/09/2019
This interactive workshop explores the process of understanding challenging behaviours and how to support positive behavioural change by using an evidence based approach. Participants will: - Develop their understanding of the connection between Autism and behaviour by reflecting on video examples, and through group discussion. - Learn about what Positive Behaviour Support actually means and why it is important to take a multi-element view of behaviour. - Work through a 5 Step process for achieving positive behaviour change - Have…
02 October
Chatterbox Clinic | 02/10/19
Are you using AAC? Does your child use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) like a communication device or a communication book? Would you like to learn more about using it? The Autism Association of Western Australia is offering the Chatterbox Clinic to help you learn more about using AAC with your child. What is the Chatterbox Clinic? The Chatterbox clinic is for children who already have an AAC device or communication book and includes a fun and personalised coaching…
14 October - 15 October
8:30am - 4:30pm
PECS Level 1 Training | 14 & 15 October 2019 |
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…