AET Making Sense of Autism and Leading Good Autism Practice for Governors (online)

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The making sense of autism training will give you a better understanding and awareness of autism and the way it affects pupils in school

This training is designed for governors whose role includes responsibility for monitoring provision for pupils on the autism spectrum within a school setting.

This session will bring governors from a range of organisations together to discuss, share and develop practice and understanding. It is suitable for governors working with school-age pupils on the autism spectrum in both mainstream and specialist services.

Only available to establishments in Devon and Cornwall

Training objectives

Day 1

  • Identify the four key areas of difference that need to be taken into account
  • Know the importance of understanding the individual pupil and their profile of strengths and areas for development.
  • Identify the key areas to help pupils on the autism spectrum build positive relationships with staff, peers, families and people in their community.
  • Develop an awareness of the sensory and communication differences that pupils may experience.

Day 2

  • Enhance delegate’s knowledge and understanding of good autism practice
  • Help delegates to question, evaluate and support developing autism practice within their setting
  • Provide delegates with the tools to audit and monitor school provisions
  • Develop skills and knowledge so that delegates can support their organisation to meet/exceed the requirements of external reviewers such as Ofsted and be compliant with legislative requirements
Product code: SESU-TRN-01032

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