Parent workshops and professional training

Do you work with children diagnosed with autism experiencing anxiety?

The CUES© (Coping with Uncertainty in Everyday Situations) program is designed to address anxiety relating to uncertainty experienced by children and young people diagnosed with autism. This parent/caregiver group program focuses on addressing difficulties with uncertainty, providing parents/caregivers with strategies and tools to assist their child to develop a more flexible approach to uncertainty and reduce anxiety around uncertainty.

This two-session workshop will provide clinicians and autism professionals with a greater understanding of why uncertainty is a particular challenge for some children on the spectrum and how to deliver this group program in clinical settings for families whose children are experiencing these difficulties.

Who can attend?

This training is designed for clinicians/autism professionals who wish to deliver CUES© in their service or practice.

You will be required to attend two training workshops. Following attendance at both of the workshops we will provide you with:

• The CUES© Therapist Manual (PDF)
• PowerPoint slides for the 8 therapy sessions
• All corresponding handouts and worksheets for parents (PDFs)
• A copy of the Uncertain Situations semi-structured interview (PDF)
• A certificate of attendance

After the second workshop we will send you an anonymous feedback form to get some feedback from you about the training to help us to plan for future sessions.

CliniKids CUES Training Dates

When: 2-day CUES Training, 3 and 10 October, 2023 (delegates must attend both workshops)

• Tuesday, 3 and 10 October, 3pm – 6pm (AWST) 

Where: Fully online via Zoom. Links will be sent to delegates following payment.

Cost: $450 (excl. GST) for the training and all of the materials.

Registration: Places are still available, click here. 

Have questions about CUES training or interested in hearing about future training dates? Contact us via email: clinikids.training@telethonkids.org.au

Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) training and certification is designed for allied health professionals to provide communication support for parents and caregivers of young children with autism. The evidence-based approach helps parents and caregivers understand and communicate more effectively with their child by promoting the development of social communication.

Level One - Introductory training

A half-day independent e-learning program which covers the theory behind PACT and begins to introduce PACT concepts. Delegates must complete Level One training before beginning Level Two - PACT practitioner training.

Level Two - PACT professional certified online training

This level consists of four half-days of online training with a PACT trainer covering the core principles and the current evidence for PACT, demonstrating the model in use through video. The training also provides opportunities for practical application of the concepts through role play and small breakout discussions. Training is followed by group and individual post-course supervision and support to complete the post-course fidelity requirements. Completion of Level 2 and the accompanying post-course work will qualify the professional to administer PACT.

A Level 2 PACT accreditation certificate is issued to professionals who complete Level 1 and Level 2 PACT training as well as pass their post-course fidelity requirements.

Who can attend?

The training is designed for allied health professionals, para-professionals, and other related service providers.

CliniKids 2024 PACT Training Dates (subject to change)

• Level 2 Training - 18, 19, 20 and 21 March 2024
• Group Supervision - 8 May 2024

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• Level 2 Training - 22, 23, 24 and 25 July 2024
• Group Supervision - 18 September 2024

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• Level 2 Training - 30 September, 1, 2 and 3 October 2024
• Group Supervision - 27 November 2024

Cost: $2850 (excl. GST) which includes:

• Introductory e-learning course
• 4 half-days of online interactive training with PACT professional
• Group and individual post-course supervision and support
• PACT e-manual and forms

Where: Fully online via Zoom. Links will be sent to delegates following payment and completion of the Level 1 e-learning program.

Expression of interest: Submit your expression of interest for PACT training in 2024 here.

Have questions about PACT training or interested in hearing about future training dates? Contact us via email: clinikids.training@telethonkids.org.au

What is the ADOS-2?

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a standardised observational assessment of the social, play and communication skills of individuals who may be on the autism spectrum. It is considered a gold standard assessment tool in the diagnosis of autism.

ADOS-2 Training (4-day ADOS-2 Training) covers Modules 1-4, which allows for the assessment of individuals from as young as 31-months-old and through to adulthood, at all levels of language ability. This course covers:

• Introduction to the administration and coding of the ADOS-2 Modules 1-4.
• Opportunities to watch and code videoed administration of the ADOS Modules 1-4.
• Practical use of the ADOS with a volunteer and individual feedback.
• Discussion of the application and interpretation of the ADOS-2 and how it relates to autism diagnostic assessment.

Trainees should come away from the training confident to develop their fluency in the use of the ADOS-2 in their clinical setting. Upon completion, trainees receive a certificate to confirm that they have completed ADOS-2 Module 1-4 Training.

Additional training (2-day ADOS-2 Toddler Training) is required to learn the ADOS-2 Toddler Module, which is most suitable for the assessment of toddlers 31-months-old and younger.

Who can attend?
The course is open to Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Psychiatrists and Paediatricians. Previous experience working with autistic individuals and their families is required.

CliniKids ADOS-2 Training Dates

When: 4-day ADOS-2 Training, 5, 6, 14 and 15 March, 2024 (delegates must attend 4 workshops)

• Day 1: Tuesday, 5 March, 9am to 5pm (AWST)
• Day 2: Wednesday, 6 March, 9am to 5pm (AWST)
• Day 3: Thursday, 14 March, 9am to 12pm OR 1pm to 4pm (AWST, small groups)
• Day 4: Friday, 15 March, 9am to 5pm (AWST)

Where: Fully online

Cost: $2000 (excl. GST)

Registration: Places still available, click here.

Have questions about our ADOS-2 Training or interested in hearing about future training dates? Contact us via email: clinikids.training@telethonkids.org.au

We also offer a range of presentations and workshops about topics related to childhood development and supporting autistic children. These presentations are suitable for parents, educators and the wider community, and are delivered by our clinicians.

If you’re interested in finding out more about our presentations and workshops, contact clinikids@telethonkids.org.au