Disability

Habits and behaviours can be hard to change, but they can have a huge impact on how much a household spends on energy. Energy advisers need to be able to provide guidance around habits and behaviours when talking to householders. The course will look at of some of the theories and findings in the field of decision making, focusing specifically on simple practical things they can do to encourage people to act on the energy-related advice they receive.

This programme has been created for those who would like to add teaching to their personal portfolio of skills, or who are already teaching, but need a teaching qualification.   Participants will achieve certification for Level 3 Award in Education and Training.  Successfully completing his qualification may enable you to deliver internal, mandatory training, such as manual handling, removing the need to buy in external trainers.

Habits and behaviours can be hard to change, but they can have a huge impact on how much a household spends on energy. Energy advisers need to be able to provide guidance around habits and behaviours when talking to householders. The course will look at of some of the theories and findings in the field of decision making, focusing specifically on simple practical things they can do to encourage people to act on the energy-related advice they receive.

We are holding an event on Wednesday 26 October, bringing those living with Parkinson's, their family and carers together with others working with, and supporting, the community.

#10 years #20 years: A celebration and conversation with Dr Peter Vermeulen 5th September 2024, 12pm-2pm A celebration of supporting the autistic community and employers for 10 years in N Ireland and for 20 years across the world, in conversation with Dr Peter Vermeulen. Dr. Peter Vermeulen, PhD in Psychology and Clinical Educational Sciences, has more than 35 years of experience in the field of autism. Peter is an internationally respected lecturer, and he presents all over the world. Peter wrote more than 15 books and several articles on autism, some of them translated into more than 10 languages. For his +30 years of work in the field of autism, he received in 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award for his more than 30 years contribution to the autism community in Belgium.

Delivered by an Education Officer from the Westminster Parliament, this online workshop offers participants the opportunity to learn about how Parliament works; its relevance to everyday life and, most importantly, how citizens can get their voices heard through engagement in democratic processes.

This course will explore the key characteristics of autism that may impact on a person’s anxiety and stress levels. The course will explore a range of strategies to help increase emotional understanding, emotional regulation and coping strategies to help an autistic individual reduce the impact of anxiety and avoid autistic burnout. The course will also explore how you can minimise anxiety triggers for autistic people within your professional role or service.

This course will provide an introduction into autism and the differences experiences by autistic people, and why inclusion and accessibility are so important. This course is delivered on zoom and includes interactive activities and question/answer sessions, so you can get the support you need and maximise your learning.

This workshop will focus on getting to ‘know your market’ and how to identify and reach out to your customer base and key stakeholders.  It is being delivered as part of the Ards and North Down Social Entrepreneurship Programme (ANDSEP)

Join us as we launch our 'Eye Work With You Too' research findings and discuss how we can further improve diversity in our NI workforce by improving access to employment for people with sight loss.

This half day, online course will build your understanding and confidence to support autistic adults who have a co-occuring learning disability.

This course is designed for anyone who wants to understand more about autism and neurodiversity within the workplace. Explore how you can provide support and adjustments to build an inclusive workplace, and benefit from the benefits of a diverse staff team and accessible workplace.

This online course will explore the key characteristics of autism and how they result in different experiences for an autistic person within work. The course will suggest a range of adaptations and adjustments that can support an autistic colleague or employee, and build an inclusive workplace.

Our 2 hour 'Supporting Autistic Females' training will support you to understand why females may experience difficulties in accessing a timely and accurate diagnosis, and how to support autistic females in your role.

This online course will explore what differences or challenges can be experienced by autistic teenagers as they increase independence. It will provide practical ideas that can be used in your professional role to support transition to independence​, particularly in the areas of routines and organisation, body awareness and hygiene, emotions and relationships.

Understand the main features associated with autism and explore various strategies to support autistic people. The course will explore the key characteristics including communication, social interaction, repetitive behaviours and sensory differences. The course is delivered on Zoom, and includes group discussion, interactive activities and question/answer sessions, so you can get the support you need and maximise your learning.

Understand the main features associated with autism and explore various strategies to support autistic people. The course will explore the key characteristics including communication, social interaction, repetitive behaviours and sensory differences. The course is delivered face to face in Belfast, and includes group discussion, interactive activities and question/answer sessions, so you can get the support you need and maximise your learning.

Understand what is meant by the ‘PDA Profile’ within autism, and how this may present. Explore a range of key strategies you can use in your professional role to support an individual within the PDA profile of autism. This course is delivered on Zoom and includes group discussion, interactive activities and question/answer sessions, so you can get the support you need and maximise your learning.

This two-hour, online course is aimed for all healthcare professionals who want to support autistic patients within their role.

This full day, in person course will help you to understand the main elements of a structured teaching approach and how you can successfully implement these in a person centred and neuro-inclusive way for autistic children or adults.