2012 Training Calendar

Access to Communication is a Right – How to Make it Happen in Your Workplace
(9.30am – 12.30pm)

“I can’t talk, but I do want to be included”. An introduction to working with people who cannot speak or have little or no speech.

Presenter: Cathy Basterfield  

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Armchair Travel
(9.30am – 12.30pm)

This workshop will assist you to develop individualised armchair travel experiences for people with Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities (PIMD).

Presenter: Mandy Williams   

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Boardmaker Version 6
(9.30am – 4.00pm)

This is a PRACTICAL workshop that will get you on your way to creating picture based communication aids and resources using Boardmaker Version 6 program. 

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Mon 2 April

Boardmaker Interactive
(9.30am – 12.30pm)

This is a PRACTICAL workshop that will allow you to create interactive communication aids and resources. Learn about talking book, sequence routines and much more.

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Mon 16 April

Communication and Behaviours of Concern
(9.30am - 4.00pm)

This workshop will discuss the importance of recognising and understanding an individual’s communication skills when developing and implementing positive behaviour support plans.

Presenter: Teena Caithness  

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Wed 28 March

Designing and Making Communication Aids
(9.30am – 12.30pm)

In this interactive workshop, an experienced speech pathologist and therapy aide will show you how to design and make communication aids.

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Designing Sensory-Focused Stories
(9.30am – 12.30pm)

Sensory focused stories are ideal for people who have difficulty reading and understanding spoken language. The sensory elements of the story are individualised to match the person’s preferences. Good design ensures the story is accessible and meaningful to the person. The story can also become the focus of a shared experience.

Presenter: Mandy Williams 

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Easy English - an introduction
(10.00am – 4.30pm)

This workshop will provide you with an introduction to the basic skills in writing documents in Easy English for people with non-functional literacy. Techniques to make your written language accessible will be explored. You will have the opportunity to put this knowledge into practice, with the expert assistance of the trainer.

Presenter: Merrin Hurse   

(Includes: Lunch, coffee/tea and handouts)

Easy English Writing Course (2 days)
(10.00am - 4.30pm)

This course will provide you with the essential skills to develop Easy English for people with non functional literacy skills. You will develop techniques and practice your new skills in writing language, image selection, formatting and engaging with consumers. Easy English for websites and implementation in your workplace will also be explored.

Presenter: Merrin Hurse

(Includes: Lunch, coffee/tea and handouts)

Tues 15 May

Wed 16 May

Key Word Sign
(9.30am – 4.00pm)

This workshop is aimed at increasing the participant’s skills in sign production and fluency. It will cover the principles of Key Word Sign and the importance of the communication partner learning to use sign and gesture with people who cannot talk or who have speech that is difficult to understand.

Presenter: Karen Bloomberg   

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Listening to those rarely heard
(9.30am – 4.00pm)

Supporting those with severe to profound intellectual disability to live lives they prefer through supported decision making.
*Note: Includes a resource package containing a CD-ROM PowerPoint presentation with facilitators’ notes, a DVD - training video and workshop booklet.

Presenter: Jo Watson

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts and a comprehensive resource package)

My Plan - How to write Individual Support Plans in Easy English
(9.30am – 4.00pm)

People with disabilities often require information presented in alternative formats. This workshop will focus on the benefits of writing support plans in easy english and how to write an Individual Plan for people with disabilities in Easy English.

Presenter: Cathy Basterfield  

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Social Stories/Behaviour Scripts
(9.30am – 4.00pm)

Are you supporting someone who could benefit from pictures to make sense of their day? 

Presenter: Barbara Solarsh   

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Gastrostomy Support
(9.30am – 1.30pm)

Competency based workshop suitable for anyone who needs to know how to assist someone with a meal through a tube. It includes an overview of gastrostomies, equipment, nutrition and trouble shooting.

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)

Thurs 16 Feb

Thurs 22 March

Warrawong Annex
32 Richmond St
Blackburn South

Scope Glenroy 177 Glenroy Road, Glenroy

$132.00

Sensory-focused Practice
(9.30am - 4pm)

A sensory-focused approach incorporates a person’s sensory preferences and skills into each stage of their daily activities. Providing activities in this way enables the person to be a more active participant in a way that is meaningful to them, and provides more interactive opportunities with their communication partners.

Presenter: Mandy Williams    

(Includes: coffee/tea and handouts)