An introduction to Addressing Bullying Type Behaviour ABSIT Level 1 training for all staff working in schools across Northern Ireland

EA ABSIT: Addressing Bullying in Schools Level 1 Training

An introduction to the Addressing Bullying in Schools Act (NI) 2016: important advisory information for all staff working in schools in Northern Ireland.

Outcomes:

Awareness of core aspects of the Addressing Bullying in Schools Act N.I. (2016) legislation and guidance.  Shared understanding of the definition of bullying type behaviour to be used in all schools in Northern Ireland.  Knowledge of the potential signs/symptoms of bullying type behaviour and systems for reporting/sharing any concerns.   Understanding what to do if you have a concern or one is shared with you, and the systems and processes for follow-up of concerns in your school.

Online (Asynchronous)

Supporting the Educational Needs of Children with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI)

This training is provided jointly by the Educational Psychology Service and the Children’s Acquired Brain Injury Consultation Service (CABCS).  The CABCS is a regional multi-professional team including a Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Speech and Language Therapist. 

Please use the following link to access the CABCS webpage: Children’s Acquired Brain Injury Consultation Service | Belfast Health & Social Care Trust website (hscni.net)

AIMS:

This course will enable participants to:

Learn about the developing brain Understand the unique profile of difficulties that children with an ABI may experience (e.g. physical / sensory, language and communication, cognitive and learning, as well as social, emotional, behavioural and wellbeing difficulties) Consider common myths and misconceptions around ABI Gain information on how to support pupils by tailoring a menu of appropriate learning strategies Practice writing IEPs for pupils with ABI Understand ABI in the context of current legislation / Code of Practice Become familiar with a number of real-life case studies Supporting staff in preparing for a pupil’s return to school following an ABI

Course Details:

11 October 2024

24 January 2025

15 May 2025

9.30am - 12.00pm

Physical & Sensory Needs - Acquired Brain Injury Q & A session

This training is provided jointly by the Educational Psychology Service and the Children’s Acquired Brain Injury Consultation Service (CABCS).  The CABCS is a regional multi-professional team including a Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Speech and Language Therapist. 

Please use the following link to access the CABCS webpage: Children’s Acquired Brain Injury Consultation Service | Belfast Health & Social Care Trust website (hscni.net)

AIMS:

Q & A Session for joint consultation with Children's Acquired Brain Injury Service (CABC) and Educational Psychology Service (EPS).

This session will focus on physical and sensory impairments and there will be opportunity for you to address your concerns and seek advice specific to your pupils.

This may include examples of relevant strategies for use in school or help with IEP/PLP targets.

An opportunity for open discussion about your pupils’ ABI needs and strategies within schools.  These are informal interactive sessions which will focus on the key SEN categories.  Advice will be given and questions answered by members of the ABI team.  Further information can be sought once your place is booked.

Course Details:

5 June 2025

9.30am -11.00am

Early booking is advised due to limited availability.