Diploma in Special Needs

This free online course will equip you with more knowledge and know-how to approach children with developmental disorders like Autism, ADHD, and anxiety disorder. We?ll explore the characteristics and common problems faced by children with such conditions. We?ll also guide you through proven techniques for managing such children in different scenarios – like Applied Behaviour Analysis, which is considered the gold standard for treating Autism.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

Introduction, Asperger’s and Visual Aids

In this module. you will be introduced to developmental disorders, types of developmental disorders, and Visual Aids as a vital tool in managing children living with Autism and similar disorders.

Meltdown Strategies and Life Skills

In this module, you will learn about meltdowns, and how to handle them with Autistic children. You will also learn about teaching important life skills, Self-feeding, and Using the toilet to children living with Autism and similar developmental disorders.

ABA Theory and Components

This module introduces Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) as a concept and explains some of its guiding principles and some of its techniques. It also explains how ABA can be used to improve motor and language skills.

ABA Cognitive Skills and Visuospatial Techniques

This module demonstrates how ABA techniques like Chaining and Sequencing can be used to improve cognitive skills in Autistic children; and how techniques like Gradation and Patterning are used to improve visuospatial skills. It also teaches how to ensure lessons learned from ABA sessions are applied to general situations.

Inclusive Education Systems and Behavioural Implications

In this module, you will see an example of an inclusive education system, and understand the need for such a system. You will also learn about the characteristics of children with developmental disorders and the common challenges they face, particularly in academic environments.

Intervention Strategies. Best Practices and Independence

In this module, you will learn about visual supports like visual schedules and organisational prompts, and how they are used to improve educational, social, and behavioural skills in children with Autism and similar developmental disorders. You will also learn about involving a child’s peers in the support system.

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