Autism training for educators
Autism: Seeing the Big Picture
Autism training for educators from Early Childhood Outreach supports early childhood professionals across Australia to build their understanding of Autism, neurodiversity and practical ways to support Autistic children.
| Duration | Up to 2 hours for a live session including time for discussion. Pre-recorded content may be shorter |
| Delivery | Your choice of live online, in-person, or pre-recorded presentation |
| AEDC Domains | Physical health and wellbeing; Social competence; Emotional maturity; Communication skills |
This presentation explores Sensory, Cognitive, Social, Rigidity, Communication and Engagement/Play as six key areas which impact Autistic children and adults in varying ways. We explore ways to see the world through the perspective of someone with Autism, increase the child’s skills and reduce demands to maximise confidence, wellbeing and success for all involved.
Educators build their understanding of key terminology of neurodiversity. This then builds their confidence to discuss concerns and strategies with families and therapists.
Fictional case studies are included. These give the educators an opportunity to realise that they do have the knowledge and confidence to plan strategies, or know where to get further support if they need it.
Every Early Childhood setting includes children and educators who have already, or may in future, receive a diagnosis of Autism. Building the capacity of educators to understand the perspective of Autistic people in their lives, builds the success and confidence for educators, families and children.
This practical approach to Autism training for educators helps early childhood professionals connect their understanding of Autism and neurodiversity with strategies they can consider in everyday early childhood settings. The presentation may also be relevant for those searching for Autism training for teachers or professional Autism awareness training with an early childhood focus.
SRF broad goal
This item aligns with SRF Broad Goal:
‘The service will develop and implement systematic processes which focus on improving equitable access’
By building educator knowledge and confidence, Autism training for educators can support early childhood services to consider how their practices, environments and strategies respond to Autistic children and their individual strengths and support needs.
| Individual pre-recorded | $70 per person. No time limit. Flexible, but no opportunity to ask questions. Discounts for purchases of more than 10. |
| Individual webinar ticket | $70 per person. Fixed date and time. No refunds for non-attendance. Opportunities to ask questions during the session. Discounts for purchases of more than 10. |
| Zoom session for your team | $1000 for up to 20 people. Date and time agreed between the presenter and the centre, after hours available. |
| Live face-to-face session | $1000 for up to 20 people plus travel and accommodation fees. Date and time as agreed between presenter and centre. Please request a quote before adding this option to your plan. |
| Optional extra | Coaching package: A coaching visit to your kindergarten room on the day after the face to face training session to embed the learning. Observations and discussion to reflect on how to describe and document the strengths and challenges for children in your setting. $350 per hour – 3 hour minimum. |
