A course aimed at parents/carers of children who have just been diagnosed/going through the diagnosis process/ or suspect their children of having Autism Spectrum Disorders and experiencing difficulties with managing behaviour. This course is held in person at our venue in Dereham.

Course Content

Week 1- Understanding Autism and Behaviour
-The Triad and Dyad of Impairment
-The Umbrella and Anger Mountain
-The Brain and Behaviour
-Emotional Regulation
-ABC Charts

Week 2- Understanding the different types of strategies
-Proactive and Reactive Strategies
-Low Arousal Approach
-Proactive Strategies
-Reactive Strategies
-Effective Strategy Planning

Week 3 – Specific Strategies and Their Uses
-Visuals and Routines
-Sensory Therapy and Integration
-Improving communication
-Therapies

Week 4 – Managing a Meltdown
-The SCARED Approach
-Managing the Aftermath
-Consequences
-The Restorative Approach

The course will also include a downloadable information booklet. We can print these at an additional cost, please select the Printed Information Booklet option when booking your ticket