Autism and Neurodiversity: Supporting Child Development
Essential strategies for championing neurodiverse children's unique needs, promoting inclusive environments while providing meaningful guidance and advocacy.
Essential strategies for championing neurodiverse children's unique needs, promoting inclusive environments while providing meaningful guidance and advocacy.
This introductory course helps family members and carers of young children recognize early signs of autism and support neurodiverse children's development. It covers recognizing concerning behaviors, understanding the diagnosis process, creating support plans, building on strengths, and advocating for children's needs. The course focuses on children from birth to six years old, including preparation for school.
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What you'll learn
Recognize early signs and behaviors of concern related to autism
Understand the process of obtaining an autism diagnosis for a child
Develop strategies to support the carer journey and prevent burnout
Implement strengths-based approaches to autism and neurodiversity
Learn effective advocacy techniques for children's intervention and funding needs
Prepare for school entry and develop transition plans
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Module Description
This course provides comprehensive guidance for supporting young children who may be displaying early signs of autism or neurodiversity. It covers the entire journey from recognizing initial concerns to preparing for school entry. Key topics include identifying early signs of autism, navigating the diagnosis process, developing strength-based approaches to support, and effective advocacy strategies. The course also addresses important aspects of the carer journey, including strategies to prevent burnout. While focused on autism, much of the content is applicable to supporting neurodiverse children more broadly. Developed in partnership between Curtin University and Kalparrin.org.au, this course offers practical, evidence-based strategies for families and carers to support their child's development and well-being.
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Occupational Therapy Expert and Autism Researcher at Curtin University
Dr. Ben Milbourn is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Curtin University, recognized for his significant contributions to occupational therapy practice and research, particularly in the areas of autism and mental health. His work focuses on vulnerable populations and strength-based approaches for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
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Leading Autism Researcher Advancing Strengths-Based Approaches at Curtin University
Professor Sonya Girdler is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of autism studies, affiliated with the School of Occupational Therapy, Social Work and Speech Pathology at Curtin University. As the Director of the Curtin Autism Research Group (CARG), she leads a team of over 100 members, including academics, PhD students, and autistic individuals, focusing on strengths-based approaches and interventions for autism. Professor Girdler's extensive experience spans various aspects of autism research, with particular emphasis on understanding functioning through the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework, developing and implementing strengths-based programs, conducting employment research, and evaluating evidence-based interventions. Her work has significantly contributed to improving the participation of autistic individuals in major life areas such as employment and education, with notable successes in peer mentoring programs for autistic university students and social skills training programs for autistic teenagers. Professor Girdler's research is characterized by a commitment to leveraging individual strengths, person-centered approaches, and addressing the priorities of the autistic community, making her a leading figure in autism research both nationally and internationally.
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