Training Autumn 2023
All the training events listed below are open to both schools and nurseries.
Autism Spectrum Conditions £87
Thursday 14th September 9.30-3.30pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This full-day course gives an overview of commonly seen areas of need for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, and how to support those needs within a classroom setting. Topics include:
- ASC overview
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Structure and Executive Functioning
- SCERTS Ethos and creating an ASC Friendly Classroom
Please note, the content of this course matches the ASC workshops. Time will be given for questions and answers throughout the course.
Facilitating Independence £39
Thursday 21st September 9.30am-12pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This training will encourage teachers and teaching assistants to reflect upon how we can empower children with additional needs to be independent learners and avoid the “Velcro effect” - an over-reliance on adult support.
Low Arousal £29
Tuesday 26th September 1.30-3.30pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This course describes how we can use approaches and behavior management strategies that prevent anxiety and stress, therefore reducing crises. Early identification of triggers and the use of low-intensity strategies can be used to prevent escalation and support post-crisis recovery.
Building Joint Attention: Autumn 1 £46
Thursday 5th October 1-4pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This training will focus on methods of improving pupils’ joint and shared attention including: Attention Autism (also known as “Bucket”), sensory stories and songs, and Intensive Interaction.
Executive Functioning Disorder £32
Thursday 19th October 1-3pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
Executive functioning disorder is commonly linked to ADHD and Autism, but has also been associated with dyslexia. Common indicators include: being easily distracted, difficultly planning and carrying out tasks, lack of impulse control and difficulty adapting to new situations. This training gives strategies to support pupils with an executive functioning difficulty in the classroom.
Autism Spectrum Conditions Workshops £77
2-3.30pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This four-part course gives an overview of commonly seen areas of need for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, and how to support those needs within a classroom setting.
- Workshop 1: ASC overview (Tuesday 31st October)
- Workshop 2: Sensory Processing Disorder (Tuesday 7th November)
- Workshop 3: Structure and Executive Functioning (Tuesday 21st November)
- Workshop 4: SCERTS Ethos and creating an ASC Friendly Classroom (Tuesday 26th November)
Please note, the content of this course matches the ASC full-day course. Time will be given for questions and answers throughout the course.
Total Communication Approach £46
Thursday 16th November 12-3pm (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This training will give an overview of how a combination of non-verbal, language-based communication and symbols systems can be used to support pupils to communicate effectively and increase functional communication.
Building Attention: Autumn 2 £46
Thursday 5th December 9.30-12.30am (Location TBC, Wycombe)
This training will focus on methods of improving pupils’ joint and shared attention including: Attention Autism (also known as “Bucket”), sensory stories and songs, and Intensive Interaction.
*Please note, any of the training courses listed above can also be delivered on-site to whole staff groups.
To discuss your specific needs further please use the following contact details, and we will aim to get back to you within 7-10 working days:
Claire May (Assistant Headteacher & Outreach Lead)
E: outreach@chilternwood.bucks.sch.uk
T: 07748 588655