Proudly presents Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders presented by Dr Tony Attwood MSc, PhD, AFBPs, MCCPs
	Dr Tony Attwood: Clinical Psychologist, world-renowned expert on aspergers syndrome, author Tony Attwood is a clinical psychologist who has specialised in autism spectrum disorders since he qualified as a clinical psychologist in England in 1975. He works in private practice in Brisbane but is also an adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University in Queensland. Tony has written several publications on Aspergers Syndrome. His book, Aspergers Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals, has sold over 300,000 copies and has been translated into 20 different languages. Tony has worked with over 3,000 individuals of all ages with an autism spectrum disorder. He presents workshops and runs training courses for parents, professionals and individuals with an autism spectrum disorder all over the owrld and is a prolific author of scientific papers and books on the subject. His new book The Complete Guide to Aspergers Syndrome was published in October 2006. His presentations are informative and empowering.
Location  Date Venue Time  Napier Tuesday 11 September 2012 TBA 9.30am-3.30pm Wellington  Thursday 13 September 2012 TBA  9.30am-3.30pm *Morning tea and a light lunch will be provided. Course Content: Cognitive Abilities: A Different Way of Thinking and Learning: The unusual profile of cognitive abilities associated with autism and Asperger's syndrome is described with an emphasis on the profile of intellectual abilities, problems with executive function, attention and weak central coherence.  Managing Challenging Behaviour in Children with Autism: Provides an explanation and strategies for repetitive behaviour, emotion management, development of effective communication systems, self-injurious behaviour, improving social understanding and coping with change. Who should attend? Teacher Aides, Teachers, SENCOs, School Principals, RTLBs, SLTs, OTs, GSE Staff, Psychologists, Paediatricians, other service providers and Families. Registration: Registrations can be made online, by fax to 06 845 2607, or by post on official registration forms only. If registering online you may make payment via credit card, direct credit, or post a cheque. If registering by post, please complete and mail with your payment to Creating Success, 1/66 Nalanda Crescent, Broadmeadows, Wellington 6035. All registrations will be confirmed by email (or post where email is not supplied) once payment has been received. Numbers will be limited for each seminar so early registration is recommended. Registration Fee (including GST): Registration                                                      $195.00    Payment after Monday 6 August 2012 Earlybird Registration                                      $175.00    Payment prior to Monday 6 August 2012  For more information contact Jo Adkins on 06 845 2605 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              06 845 2605      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email jo@creatingsuccess.co.nz, or Charmaine Brown on 04 477 4800 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              04 477 4800      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email charmaine@creatingsuccess.co.nz
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