Date:

Monday 6th May, 2024

Time:

4.00pm – 5.30pm

Venue:

The Autism Training Hub, Giant Steps, Gladesville, Sydney

Cost:

$30

Course Description

The world can often feel like an overwhelming place for the Autistic children we support. This session will explore the sensory processing differences that exist for Autistic children and how this may present for every individual.

Practical suggestions for supporting the sensory needs of Autistic children, including considerations related to the environment and teaching and learning experiences, will be shared.

This course is presented as part of a series about understanding Autism in the Early Years.

Participants will:

• Develop an understanding of sensory processing​
• Acknowledge the impact of sensory processing throughout the day​
• Consider how sensory processing styles may present within the early childhood setting​
• Learn about key strategies for supporting sensory processing​

Presenter – Meg Hodgson

Meg studied in New Zealand and upon graduating relocated to Sydney to pursue her passion in paediatrics. Meg has been an occupational therapist since 2020 and has been working at Giant Steps since 2021. Meg finds joy in working with children to make their activities of daily living more meaningful and accessible, while encouraging them to meet their potential through fun and creative ways. Meg values teamwork and collaboration whilst employing a holistic approach to therapy.

Presenter – Sarah Rawlins

Sarah holds a Master of Special Education, University of Newcastle, Bachelor of Education (Music Education), University of Sydney and a Graduate Certificate in Music Therapy.

Sarah is the Co-Director of Primary and has been working in the field of Special Education for over 15 years with a special interest in Early Childhood early intervention. She has worked closely with both families and mainstream Early Childhood education and care settings to foster and support successful partnerships and collaborative teams around the child and family.  Additionally, she has provided training and support to mainstream settings to build capacity and develop quality inclusive practices to support the inclusion of all children within Early Childhood settings.

For enquiries specific to this course please contact autismhub@giantsteps.net.au

The Autism Hub professional learning courses aim to increase participants knowledge and confidence to best support the learning of autistic children and adults. Proudly supported by Future Generation Australia.