Understanding Aspergers Syndrome

Aims & Objectives:

To examine Aspergers syndrome from a very humanistic perspective with the intention, enabling workers to understand people who they support.

Course Outline:

  • Considering the diagnostic criteria for Aspergers Syndrome
  • Examining how the features of the condition may present
  • Looking at effective strategies to support people living with Aspergers Syndrome.
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Case study material

Participants will be invited to complete evaluation forms and will be encouraged to discuss their learning and future development needs with their supervisor/manager.

Intended For:

This programme has been particularly popular with services supporting young people and their families.