Early Days Workshops
Early Days provides workshops for mothers, fathers and other family carers of children 6 years and under who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or are going through the assessment and diagnosis process. Workshops are held in small groups of 4-15 people and provide opportunities to meet other parents and carers.
Workshops are free, no childcare provided.
FULL DAY WORKSHOPS - 9.00AM-3.00PM
(Lunch & light refreshments provided)
Introductory
- Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder and what it means for your child and your family
- Learn practical strategies that can make a difference to your child’s development.
- Learn how to choose therapies and get the most out of services
Encouraging Early Interactions
(It is highly recommended that you attend an Introductory workshop prior to attending this workshop)
- Learn about critical building blocks for social interaction and communication
- Learn practical strategies that encourage skill development in these areas in everyday activities
- Learn how important shared experiences are for children’s learning
Understanding Behaviour – A Step by Step Guide for Parents
(It is highly recommended that you attend an Introductory workshop prior to attending this workshop)
- Learn how to understand your child’s behaviour
- Learn ways to select and teach your child new behaviour
- Learn how to promote positive behaviours
HALF DAY WORKSHOPS – 2.5 HOURS
(Light refreshments provided)
(It is highly recommended that you attend an Introductory workshop prior to attending these workshops)
Progression to school
(Please note these workshops will be scheduled later in the year.)
This short workshop will focus on practical tips for parents of a young child with ASD around the transition out of HWCA funding and progression to school
- Gain information on funding options for school aged children
- Communicating with your child’s school
- Keys to success for starting school
Tips for Everyday Life Skills
This short workshop will focus on practical tips for parents of a young child with ASD around the everyday life skills of: During the session only two of the topics below will be discussed in more detail. Tip sheets are provided for all topics.
- Eating
- Sleeping
- Dressing
- Bath time
- Teeth cleaning
- Toileting
- Cutting hair and nails
Play and Social Learning
Children with ASD may play in ways that are different to their friends. It is during play that children build and refine their social skills. This short workshop helps participants understand why their child’s play is different and provides them with ideas to help the child develop:
- Play with toys
- Imitation and imagination
- Playing with others
- Sharing, turn taking, winning and losing
Helping My Child Cope with Change
Change is challenging for all children on the autism spectrum. During this workshop participants will look at why change is challenging, and how it impacts on the behaviour of young children. Strategies for preparing the child for the changes everyday life brings will be shared during this short workshop. Types of change focused on include:
- Changes within the family structure
- A new baby
- Moving house
- Going to childcare
- Celebrations e.g. Christmas
- Everyday changes such as new shoes, new clothes, painting their bedroom
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More Information:
Contact: Autism Queensland
Telephone: 07 3273 0000
Email: learning@autismqld.com.au
Early Days is a national program funded by the Federal Government under the Helping Children with Autism package. These workshops are for parents and other family carers only. For professional development opportunities please contact Autism Queensland.
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