Autism and TransitionsThis session will examine why students experience difficulties when faced with a transition to Pre, Primary and Post Primary School and discuss how developing a greater understanding of transition, with practical approaches to support students on their journey through school and beyond, offers the child or young person the chance of future academic and social success. Within this session, the importance and design of a planned transition programme will be examined along with ideas and suggestions as to how to best prepare not only the education setting but also the parents and student. Participants will: Recognise the reasons behind the difficulties autistic students may face during transitions Acknowledge the importance of planning and strategising for key transitions in the child or young person's daily routine Develop straightforward transition plans and supports around key areas. Gain an understanding of available support during transition. Understand the benefits of providing personalised support to children and young people Learn techniques to manage emotional distress, such as stress and anxiety, which may arise from transitions.
Middletown Centre Webinar Series March - April 2020 In order to provide support during the suspension of our face to face delivery Middletown is offering a series of twice weekly live webinars (with a week's break for Easter). These sessions will feature members of our own multi-disciplinary team and international speakers on a series of themes.Please click on the link beside each name to read more about the session and register to attend a live session. Please note the live sessions will hold a maximum of 100 attendees but they will be posted on social media and on the Centre’s website so no-one will miss out on these valuable learning opportunities .
Please click on the following subjects below; Communication Positive Behaviour Sensory Processing Managing Anxiety Inclusion/Exclusion