Course 2012: Certificate of Competency

Course:Certificate of Competency:

Basic Approaches To The Management And Teaching Of Adults With ASD - Day Activity Centres / Residential Homes / Sheltered Job-sites

(Focus: EIP/PRI/SEC/SPED)

This is an application programme that is designed for practitioners (trainers, programme staff, therapists, educators and other autism professionals) who work directly with adults (age18 and older) with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

It has been developed by a team of highly experienced and dedicated professionals from various disciplines in Singapore and Australia.Primarily, this programme focuses on building core competencies which enable a practitioner to work more effectively with adults with autism in Day Activity Centres, Residential Homes and Sheltered Job-sites.

Date:	7 Feb 12 - 22 May 12 (Tuesdays)
Time:	5.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue:	Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) / Pathlight School
Pre-Requisite:	For admission into this programme, applicants must meet ALL thefollowing requirements: Attained a pass (Grade C6 or above) in English language in the  GCE “O” Level examinations; Have at least three (3) months’ relevant experience in working directly with individuals with ASD; Currently working with or providing services to an adult (age18 and older) with ASD; Will continue to work with the same adult throughout the course duration

Target Audience

For the following who are caring for young children (Pre-School/Primary/Secondary/SPED) with an Autism Spectrum Disorder:

	Programme Staff
	Teachers/Educators
	Therapists and Professionals

 

Course Description

The key differentiators of this application programme are that it is competencies-based and is developed and taught by experienced practitioners who work“hands-on” with adults with ASD and who understand the challenges of learning and application of competencies within the Singapore context.

Competency-based training focuses on a concrete, hands-on approach to equip participants with the skills needed to work with, guide and support adults with ASD towards independence in Day Activity Centres, Residential Homes and Sheltered Job-sites.

Participants will be taught core autism knowledge, skills and attitudes that relate to their role or areas of responsibility. Skills taught will directly correlate with performance on the job, which can be measured against well-accepted standards in autism support and training.

Topics will include:

• Introduction to Autism
• Individual Profile: Its importance, how to develop and use
• Shaping Appropriate Behaviour
• Basic Communication Supports
• Basic Choice Making: Its importance, relevance and application
• Escalation Chart & Positive Behaviour Support
• Supporting Sensory Needs

Objectives of The Course

Upon completion of the training workshop, participants will be able to:

	Understand autism from the perspective of an adult with autism
	Understand how autism impacts behaviour, communication and social interaction
	Create an autism-friendly environment for optimal participation by adults with ASD in meaningful and appropriate activities through expansion of their interests
	Guide and support the adults with ASD towards independence in their learning and daily activities

Registration Details

Trainer:	Ms Anita Russell, Senior Autism Consultant & Director of AITC Ms Paula Teo, Acting Head of Centre, Autism Youth Centre Ms Felicia Yeo, Autism Therapist Ms Kay Huang, Executive with Autism Association
Fees:	Full Fees: S$1,712 per participant With VCF subsidy  (applicable to eligible NCSS Member/MCYS-funded VWO participants only) Pending pre-approval of VCF subsidy NOTE: Fees include GST, handout materials and refreshments
Award:	Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) will award a Certificate in Competency to participants who have successfully completed the training programme and passed all assessments.
Contact:	Ms Grace Aw /Ms Lina Kam, Training Co-ordinator
Telephone:	(+65) 6323-3258
Email:	lina.kam@autism.org.sg or grace.aw@autism.org.sg

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