Effectively supporting girls on the spectrum - Professional development in focus workshop - NETLEY

Autism SA has a highly experienced and diverse training team which includes consultants, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and facilitators who have extensive experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum in a range of settings.

Autism SA presents training that is hands-on, practical and engaging. The emphasis is on guiding participants through a range of activities to increase their knowledge, understanding and confidence in implementing relevant intervention strategies for their particular setting.

All participants will receive a certificate with the workshop title, the number of hours and will state that the training links to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (where appropriate).

This In Focus Workshop is designed for professionals who have a sound understanding of autism and want specific knowledge and strategies to support girls on the spectrum. Girls often present with a unique profile from that of their male peers and are four times less likely to be diagnosed on the autism spectrum than boys.
In this workshop, an experienced autism consultant will explore the unique presentation of females on the autism spectrum, and will look as specific strategies that can support girls on the spectrum to achieve outcomes.

Topics covered in this workshop include:

• Difficulties in making a diagnosis;
• The camouflage effect;
• Special interests and the difference in presentation;
• Social and communication skills;
• Developing friendship skills;
• Internal anxiety and depression;
• Using their strengths to build self-esteem;
• Bullying;
• Self-care including menstruation; and
• Relationships, including dating.

Throughout the workshop the presenter will use discussion, activities and videos to deliver information on these topics, that will enhance the participant’s knowledge of autism in girls and enable them to provide effective support, inclusion and improved outcomes.