Developing policies for the management of challenging behaviour and physical interventions
This course by the British Institute for Learning Disabilities is for care professionals currently developing or reviewing policy, procedure and practice in relation to managing challenging behaviour.
Birmingham. Contact BILD on 01562 723025 or e-mail learning@bild.org.uk.
1 July
Effectively meeting the needs of children under three
Topics on this course by Kinderquest Support Services include current knowledge about the young child's brain, and ways to provide optimum support for development and learning.
Broadgate Court, Fourth Floor, 199 Bishopsgate, London EC2. 9.30am to 3.30pm. Cost 150. Contact Deb Gemmell on 01933 415 958 or e-mail bookings@brighthorizons.com.
4 July
Understanding and working with autistic spectrum disorders
This theory and practice workshop by Autism Cymru is for people new to the field of ASD.
Llandrindod. Contact Sue Gallagher on 01970 625256 or e-mail sue@autism-cymru.fsnet.co.uk.
Outdoor learning
Child psychologist, early years trainer and Nursery World contributor Jennie Lindon leads this course by Kinderquest Support Services.
Participants will consider the importance of outdoor spaces in their settings and their neighbourhoods. Issues of safety and risk will also be discussed.
Barnardo Hall, National Children's Bureau, 8 Wakely Street, London EC1.
9.30am to 3.30pm. Cost 150. Contact Deb Gemmell on 01933 415 958 or e-mail bookings@brighthorizons.com.
8 July
The role of the equal opportunities co-ordinator
This day workshop by the Aswan Learning Centre will give childcare practitioners greater understanding of the importance of promoting equality and inclusion in their settings.
Aswan Learning Centre, Day Lewis House, 324-340 Bensham Lane, Croydon, Surrey. Contact the Centre on 020 8239 1141 or e-mail aswan@netlineuk.
10 July
Learning together: Working together in England
This course by I CAN aims to promote collaboration between teachers and speech and language therapists.
London. Cost 150. Contact I CAN on 0845 225 4073.
12 July
The role of the Montessori teacher
The key theories of learning, taking into consideration the qualities needed to support the role of a Montessori teacher are examined in a course of interest to students and anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of Montessori's philosophy.
The Bar Conference Centre, York. 1 to 5 pm. Cost 34. Contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638.
28 and 29 July
Transition to management course
Management styles, budgeting, developing an understanding of organisational structures, dealing with conflict situations, teamwork and leadership skills are covered in this course by Professional Support and Development.
PSD, Edmonton, London. 9.30am to 3.30pm. Cost 150. Contact Chris on 020 8364 7700 or e-mail psdltd@aol.com.
