This training is being funded by ESF projects located in the Centre
for the Promotion of Social Inclusion, directed by Professor Gaye
Heathcote.

It is likely, with the rise in numbers of non-traditional learners
accessing HE, and an increase in diagnosis of the condition, that
you will come across someone with Asperger's syndrome at some
time soon.  They may be very competent in certain areas but
lacking social skills and exhibiting behaviour, which may seem
unusual.

Asperger's syndrome is a form of Autism, associated with more
able people (but not exactly synonymous with 'able autism').  With
the right kind of support, students with Asperger's syndrome can
do very well.

This session is designed to empower you to enable students with
Asperger's syndrome by increasing your understanding of the
condition and it's impact on individuals at university.

Nicola Martin works across FE and HE and has extensive
personal, teaching and research experience with people with
Asperger's syndrome.

The session is offered free to all staff.  It will particularly benefit
staff who have direct contact with students, including course tutors,
admission tutors, examination officers, personal tutors and staff in
student support roles.

The session will cover the following:


·   Characteristics of Asperger’s syndrome


·   How Asperger’s syndrome is likely to impact in a learning
    environment


·   Support strategies in FE and HE


·   The importance of transitional planning


·   Group activities


·   Q&A


·   Sources of help


The training has been replicated at the All Saints and Alsager
campuses both in the morning and afternoon, to ensure maximum
choice and attendance.

Dates:

Wednesday 23rd July - H&SS, Geoffrey Manton Room 230, All
Saints

Monday 11th August - C+A, Maynard 0-11, Alsager

Time:

The sessions are repeated morning and afternoon so please
choose which session you would like to attend before booking.

Session A - 10.30am - 1pm

Session B - 2pm - 4.30pm

Both sessions with tea, coffee and biscuits provided

To reserve a place:

Please contact Anna Charles - Jones, Project Assistant, Centre for
the Promotion of Social Inclusion, to reserve your place.

You will need to give the following information:

Date and time of session you wish to attend
Name
Your Organisation/Department
Contact Details
Any Additional Requirements i.e. disability-related.  If none, please
state NONE.

Places are limited so early booking is advised:

Please be aware of the following:

Session A 23rd July - Almost fully booked
Session B 23rd July - Places available
Session A 11th Aug - Places available
Session B 11th Aug - Places available

Telephone: 0161 247 3041
Facsimile: 0161 247 6847
Email: [log in to unmask]

This event is ESF-funded