Autism Awareness Training

Donegal Local Development Company Gaoth Dobhair is organising two evenings – one In Dore and one in the Carrick/Kilcar area – on Autism Awareness. This short training session is suitable for parents, carers, early childhood education workers, teachers etc.  If you are interested in attending please contact Angela or Bridget on 074 9532712

 

Session 1             11/09/2017         Ionad Naomh Pádraig, Dore        6:45pm – 8:45pm

Session 2             14/09/2017         Carrick/Kilcar Area                          6:45pm – 8:45pm

 

Course Title Autism Awareness 2 hours
Course Content

 

 

 

This introductory course aims to enhance knowledge about Autism.

The course will include:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder – Definition, characteristics and behaviours in the young child with Autism
  • How the features of ASD can impact on the young child
  • Communication and sensory difficulties associated with Autism

Outcomes

  • Participants will recognise the signs and symptoms of conditions associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Participants will have an understanding of the communication and sensory difficulties associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Participants will have increased awareness of working with parents, carers and other professionals