AAIS Tier 2: The Early Years Toolkit

AIMS:

​Module 1: -

- To increase our knowledge, understanding and acceptance of Autism

- To become aware of the guidance and legislation relating to supporting autistic learners

Module 2:

- To enable staff to use physical and visual structure to set up an autism friendly environment

Module 3:

- To enhance social development and communication through play

- To increase our understanding of the development of play skills in children with autism

Module 4:

- To consider a proactive approach towards supporting children with autism and behaviour management

Course Details:

This course is divided into four modules and can be watched in sections at times convenient to the participant The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

60 minutes maximum per Module

Audience:

Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Tier 2 Training Primary Toolkit (P3 - P7)

AIMS:

Module 1: An overview of theories and concepts of Autism.

Module 2: Physical and Visual Structure.

Module 3: Social Communication and Social Interaction.

Module 4: Autism and Positive Approaches to Behaviour.

Course Details:

Course participants can view the 4 Modules in their own time (pre-recorded)

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

60 minutes maximum per Module

Audience:

 Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

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 UP TO 31/08/2025

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. 

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly **

AAIS Moving On Up - Transfer Training for Primary Professionals

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:

Training can be viewed any time suitable to the participant up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details in the confirmation email **

 

COURSE DURATION:

23 minutes

 

Audience:

Primary KS2, Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Sensory Processing and Autism Spectrum Disorder for staff in Pre-school Setting

AIMS:

- Recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- Explore a range of practical strategies, with an emphasis on sensory strategies to support the pupil with ASD.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

53 minutes

Audience

 Pre-School Teachers, Classroom Assistants, SENCOs

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Sensory Processing and Autism Spectrum Disorder for Early Years, Primary and Special School Staff

AIMS:

- Recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- Explore a range of practical strategies, with an emphasis on sensory strategies to support the early years, primary and special school pupil with ASD.

 

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

53 minutes

Audience:

Pre-School, Primary and Special Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Sensory Rooms: Recommendations for Pre-School settings

AIMS:

- To recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- To explore a range of considerations and recommendations when setting up a sensory room within the pre-school setting

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration

17 minutes

Audience

Pre-school Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCO's

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Sensory Rooms: Recommendations for Early Years and Primary School Settings

AIMS:

- Recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- Explore a range of considerations and recommendations when setting up a sensory room within the early years and primary school setting

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

17 minutes

Audience:

 Pre School and Primary and Special Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Tier 1: Autism – The Basics for Early Years

AIMS:

- To increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

- To explore a range of practical strategies, strategies to support the pupil with ASD

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

30 minutes

Audience:

Early Years Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCOs

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Tier 1 ASD Online Training for Primary Professionals

AIMS:

- To develop knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

- To help staff adapt existing teaching and learning approaches to incorporate the strengths and needs of pupils with ASD

COURSE DETAILS:

Course will be available to access online throughout the school year up to 31/08/2025. The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

1 Hour maximum

Audience:

Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: - Tier 1 ASD Online Training for Post-Primary Professionals

AIMS:

- Develop knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of Autism

- Explore practical strategies to be implemented in the post primary environment to support a pupil with Autism

- Hear from a personal perspective the voice of our incredible students diagnosed with Autism

Course Details:

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

1 Hour

Audience:

 Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: Tier 2 Module 1 Understanding Me (mainstream Post-Primary teachers and assistants)

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience:

 Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: Tier 2 Module 2 Getting the Learning Environment Right (mainstream Post-Primary teachers and assistants)

AIMS:

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

- Review the Special Educational Needs Disability Act (SENDA) 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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

 

AAIS Post-Primary: Tier 2 Module 3 Socially Speaking (mainstream Post-Primary teachers and assistants)

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

- Consider social clubs and social opportunities which you can set you in your own school

Course Details:

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: Tier 2 Module 4 Emotionally Speaking (mainstream Post-Primary teachers and assistants)

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

90 minutes per Module (6 hours in total)

Audience:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: - Moving On up: Supporting the Year 8 Pupil with ASD with the transfer process to Post-Primary School

AIMS:

- Enhance knowledge and understanding of the challenges associated with transfer for pupils with Autism

- Provide a range of practical strategies to support the pupil with Autism in the transfer to post-primary

Course Details:

This course will be available to access online any time after registration.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

40 minutes

Audience:

Post Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: - AUSOME Peer Training - Pupils Registration

THIS IS A TRAINING DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR POST-PRIMARY PUPILS.

Aims and Objectives

- To learn and understand more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- To increase your understanding and acceptance of difference and neurodiversity

Course Details

The training course will be accessed by a link provided in your confirmation email - please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details in the confirmation email.

Course Duration

27 minutes

Audience

Post Primary Pupils

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

 

 

AAIS Post-Primary: - AUSOME Peer Training - Teachers Registration

THIS IS A TRAINING DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR POST-PRIMARY TEACHERS.

Aims and Objectives:

To learn and understand more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) To increase your understanding and acceptance of difference and neurodiversity

Course Details: 

The training course will be on an online platform (details will be provided in your confirmation email)

Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details in the confirmation email.

PLEASE REGISTER USING C2K EMAIL ADDRESS

Course Duration

27 minutes

Audience

Post Primary Teachers & SENCO's

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

 

AAIS Post-Primary: - Understanding Sensory Processing and Autism for Post-Primary

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:

This course will be available to access online any time after registration. The link to access the course will be provided in the confirmation of registration email.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

50 minutes

Audience:

Post Primary and Special Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: - Sensory Rooms : Recommendations for Post-Primary School Staff

AIMS:

- Recognise and acknowledge sensory sensitivities associated with Autism

- Explore a range of considerations and recommendations when setting up a sensory room within the post-primary school

Course Details:

This course will be available to access online any time after registration.

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

17 minutes

Audience:

Post Primary and Special Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Post-Primary: - Stepping Up : Making College Work - Online Training for college staff and post 16 providers

AIMS:

- Enhance knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

- Provide a range of practical strategies to support the pupil with ASD in the transition to the college environment

Course Details:

This course will run throughout the school year from 01 September until 31 August. The training can be viewed by participants anytime after registration. It is an online course and details will be included in the confirmation email on how to access.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

45 minutes

Audience:

Post 16 and College

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Emotional Regulation based on the principles of Zones of Regulation

Aims:

This course aims to: 

Provide school staff with six structured teaching sessions and accompanying resources to teach autistic pupils the concept of four emotional states, known as the ‘Zones’ and self-regulation strategies.

Course Details:

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration:

Approx 50 mins

Audience:

Post-Primary & Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

AAIS Lego Based Club: Building social skills one brick at a time

Aims:

This course aims to:

Support school staff in setting up a LEGO based club within their school environment Develop social competence of autistic pupils through play-based engagement Support development of social skills such as sharing, turn-taking, collaboration, conflict resolution, negotiation, verbal and non-verbal communication Provide a social opportunity for autistic pupils during unstructured times, such as break-time and lunch-time etc. Highlight to the autistic pupil that socialising with a common purpose can be fun!

Course Details:

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration: Approx 25 mins

Audience :

Post-Primary & Primary Teachers, Classroom Assistants and SENCos

** All participants should register individually even if the training is viewed within a group setting as this information is required for stats purposes  **

DENI Number

During the registration process you will be asked for your setting’s Department of Education Reference Number - this must be input accurately.

**If your setting is outside Northern Ireland please select ‘Outside Northern Ireland’ or if you are currently not attached to any school please select ‘Other’

 

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

AIMS:

- 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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details **

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details**

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

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.

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

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

Audience: Parents and Carers of Post-Primary Pupils

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

* Please ensure you have entered your email address accurately.

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 

* Please ensure you have entered your email address accurately.

DATE & TIME

Tuesday 10th December 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 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:

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

** Please ensure you have entered your email correctly to receive the training details **

Course Duration: 50 minutes

Audience: Parents and Carers

AAIS Connect & Learn: Autism Insight Sessions

You are invited to register your interest for our: -

Connect and Learn: Autism Insight Sessions

These are monthly sessions with a specific focus on a theme, chosen by a group of our Primary and Post-Primary SENCos. The sessions last one hour, starting with a 20-minute presentation, followed by questions and answers and are open to all Primary and Post-Primary school staff.

PRIMARY

Thursday 26th September 2024 (2.00pm – 3.00pm) – Supporting the sensory needs of pupils in Primary school CLOSED

Thursday 24th October 2024 (2.00pm – 3.00pm) – Using social narratives to support pupils in Primary school CLOSED

Thursday 28th November 2024 (2.00pm – 3.00pm) – Supporting Primary school pupils during the Christmas period CLOSED

 

POST-PRIMARY

Thursday 19th September 2024 (3.00pm – 4.00pm) - Supporting the transfer from Primary to Post-Primary CLOSED

Monday 21st October 2024 (3.00pm – 4.00pm) - Autism and girls in the Post-Primary environment – Professional Learning for Post-Primary school staff CLOSED

Thursday 28th November 2024 (2.00pm – 3.00pm) - Setting up a social skills group in Post-Primary

 

Please register your interest by booking your place and/or submit any general enquiries within 7 days before the event date.

During the registration process you will be invited to list any relevant questions you may wish to have answered throughout each session - please use the ‘Any Other Info’ field to do so.

Each event will take place via MS Teams and the links will be issued via e-mail by the course administrator at least 7 days before the event date. 

* maximum 30 places available per date *

** Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly to receive the training details and future communications **

Please note -

1.  If your session is fully booked you can reserve a place by selecting BOOK above and then BOOK A WAITING LIST PLACE on the next page.  This facility is not available if the session is CLOSED for bookings.

2.  Further sessions may be added so please keep a check on this page for any updates.

Target audience

All Primary and Post-Primary settings staff

Supporting Transition - Early Years Professionals Training

This course is cross service training provided by Pupil Support Service, SENEYIS and Primary Behaviour Support and Provisions.

AIMS:

Identify key partners in transition Outline the core aspects of support for effective transition Use child centred planning to develop bespoke transition plans To reflect on issues and challenges around the transition of children with SEN and how it affects children, their families and educational professionals

Course Details:

Tuesday 25/03/2025 2.00pm-3:30pm

Thursday 27/03/2025 10.00am-11:30am

Tuesday 29/04/2025 2.00pm-3:30pm

Thursday 01/05/2025 2.00pm-3:30pm

Wednesday 04/06/2025 2.00pm-3:30pm

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One registration should be completed for each individual member of staff attending.

Course Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Audience: Pre School and Primary FS