Training Packages - Middletown Centre For Autism

Event summary

Date

Monday 20 Jan 2025

Start Time

19:00

End Time

20:00

Webinar Online,

Closed

Autism and Communication.

This session explores the differences in neurotypical vs autistic communication styles. It provides delegates with an understanding of how to appreciate communication differences and adapt their communication style to better support autistic children and young people at home and school.

Delegates will:

Explore current relevant theories related to communication differences.
Develop an understanding of their own communication preferences and how these might hinder or support the autistic communicator.
Explore a range of supportive practices in receptive (understanding) and expressive communication.

Location

Webinar Online
Adobe Connect
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Carolyn Frazer

Carolyn Frazer is an Autism Trainer/Advisor in Middletown Centre for Autism, formerly employed in Ashfield Girls High School, Belfast, where she supported autistic students to access the curriculum. She qualified in Speech and Language Therapy and has a Master’s degree in Psychology. During Carolyn’s Masters studies, she undertook research on Autism and Bullying and continues to provide training sessions and support for autistic students in this area. Carolyn’s other areas of specialisms include supporting communication and anxiety for Post Primary aged students. She is an associate lecturer on the Post Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies with Stranmillis University College, Belfast.