Parents Training - AAIS

AAIS Moving On Up : Transfer Training for Parents of Primary 7 Pupils

AIMS:

• To develop knowledge and understanding of the implications of the transfer process for pupils with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder

• To provide guidance in the completion of the Individual Pupil Profile for Year 7 pupils

• To provide a range of practical strategies to support the child in his/her transfer to the Post Primary Sector

COURSE DETAILS:

THIS COURSE MAY BE VIEWED ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR.

It is an online course and details will be included in the confirmation email on how to access training.

COURSE DURATION:

17 minutes

Audience:

This course is specifically designed for Parents with Pupils moving into Post Primary School. 

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AAIS TIER 1 Training for Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

- Develop knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of autism

- Explore practical strategies to be implemented in the post primary environment to support an autistic post-primary pupil

- Hear from a personal perspective the voice of our incredible autistic students

Course Details:

The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

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Course Duration: 1 Hour

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AAIS TIER 2 MODULE 1 Understanding Me for Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AIMS:

- Build upon your knowledge and understanding, developed in Tier 1 training.

- Increase your knowledge, understanding and acceptance of autism from a neurodiverse perspective.

- Understand autism from the personal perspective of post-primary pupils.

- Understand the importance of a needs-led approach.

- Understand the importance of capitalising upon pupil strengths.

Course Details:

The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

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Course Duration: 90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AAIS TIER 2 MODULE 2: Getting the Learning Environment Right! for Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AIMS:

- Build upon your knowledge and understanding, developed in Tier 1 training and in Module 1

- Review the Special Educational Needs legislation and understand the importance of anticipatory measures and reasonable adjustments

- Develop a greater understanding of how the environment can impact on teaching and learning

- Develop a greater understanding of the importance of physical and visual structure to support learning.

Course Details:

The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

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Course Duration: 90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AAIS TIER 2 MODULE 3 Socially Speaking for Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AIMS:

- Build upon your knowledge and understanding, developed in Tier 1 training and in Tier 2 Modules 1 and 2

- Take a closer look at the social challenges associated with autism

- Investigate a range of visual, structured strategies which support social development

Course Details:

The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

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Course Duration: 90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AAIS TIER 2 MODULE 4 Emotionally Speaking for Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AIMS:

- Build upon your knowledge and understanding, developed in Tier 1 training and in Tier 2 Modules 1, 2 and 3.

- Consider the importance of self-regulation, emotional understanding and the triggers that may attribute to dysregulation, particularly in autistic pupils.

- Learn more about Dan Siegel's concept of 'The Window of Tolerance'

- Learn more about Maja Toudal's 'Energy Accounting' strategy

- Learn more about Tony Attwood's 'Emotional Toolbox'

- Develop a greater understanding of the Emotional Regulation Curve and how you can help in this process.

Course Details:

The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

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Course Duration: 90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

AAIS Understanding Sensory Processing and Autism for Parents and Carers of autistic post-primary students

AIMS:

- Recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism

- Explore a range of practical strategies, to address sensory processing and to teach self-regulation to the post-primary pupil with ASD

Course Details:

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Course Duration: 50 minutes

Audience: Parents and Carers

AAIS Early Years Parents Training - Overview of Autism and the use of Visual Strategies

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

• To develop a knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder

• To demonstrate the use of visual strategies in supporting children with ASD

COURSE DETAILS

The training course will be online via Teams – the link will be issued by the Training Co-ordinator in advance 

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DATE & TIME

Tuesday 22nd October 2024: 10.00am – 11:30am

* maximum 30 places available per date

AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for PARENTS of PRE-SCHOOL children - not for school staff.

AAIS Early Years Parents training -The Development of Play Skills in Children with ASD

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

• Understanding the importance of play skills and how to develop these skills in children with ASD

COURSE DETAILS

The training course will be online via Teams – the link will be issued by the Training Co-ordinator in advance

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DATE & TIME

Tuesday 12th November 2024: 10.00am - 11.30am

* maximum 30 places available per date

AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for PARENTS of PRE-SCHOOL children - not for school staff.

AAIS Early Years Parents Training - Supporting Sensory Needs at Home

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

• To develop strategies for supporting the sensory needs of children with ASD

COURSE DETAILS

The training course will be online via Teams – the link will be issued by the Training Co-ordinator in advance 

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DATE & TIME

Tuesday 7th January 2025 : 10.00am – 11:30am

* maximum 30 places available per date

AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for PARENTS of PRE-SCHOOL children - not for school staff.

AAIS & SENEYIS Parents Training - Supporting Transition in the Early Years

This course is cross service training provided by AAIS and SENEYIS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

• To provide a range of practical strategies and resource materials to support your child through the transition process

COURSE DETAILS

The training course will be online via Teams – the link will be issued by the Training Co-ordinator in advance.

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DATE & TIME

Tuesday 3rd June 2025: 10.00am – 11:30am CLOSED FOR BOOKINGS

or

Tuesday 10th June 2025: 2.00pm – 3.30pm CLOSED FOR BOOKINGS

AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for PARENTS of EARLY YEARS children with Social Communication and Interaction Difficulties, under assessment for Autism or a confirmed diagnosis of Autism.