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Event #240
Title:	Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Positive Behaviour Management - Kilsyth, Victoria
Category:	Training
Location:	http://www.disabilitynews.infoxchange.net.au/news/detail.chtml?filename_num=200765
Description:	This session will provide basic positive behaviour management, better communication techniques and visual strategies for improving difficult behaviours and learning outcomes. What are Autism Spectrum Disorders? Parental input; Positive Behaviour support; Basics of behaviour; Tantrums and meltdowns; Communication tips; Visual supports; Rewards and motivation; Sensory issues; Strategies to assist social skills; Playground issues. Powerpoint notes and booklet included. Email for a registration form. Contact Name: Cristina Contact Phone: 03 9795 0328 Contact Email: asd_cris@yahoo.com.au Cristina Isaac is a former primary teacher and the parent of four children, two with Asperger's Syndrome, a young man, 19, and a girl, 12. She has been involved with Autism Spectrum Support groups for eight years and currently is the president of Southern Autism Spectrum Family Support Group (SASFSG) based at Carrum Downs. She is a qualified community support worker, trainer, facilitator and Signposts practitioner. This workshop is suitable for primary and secondary school. The strategies are suitable for children who experience communication difficulties.
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