Course: TOUCH THERAPY FOR AUTISM Date: April 25th and 26th 2015 Presented by: Tina Allen , LMT, CPMMT, CPMT, CIMT | Liddle Kidz Foundation The comprehensive Touch Therapy for Liddle Kidz with Autism (Massage for Children with Autism) Course for massage therapists and healthcare professionals provides educational and professional training to those who wish to enhance their skills. Through this advanced training, participants learn to provide massage therapy, nurturing touch techniques, touch therapy, tactile introduction, sensory stimulation & integration for children who have been diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum Disorder. Currently, we are in the midst of a global epidemic, where children are diagnosed at an ever growing rate with one of many developmental disorders that includes autism, Aspergers Syndrome, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), pervasive development disorder (PDD), and nonverbal learning disorder (NLD). The Advanced Touch Therapy for Liddle Kidz with Autism (Massage for Autism) Training Course includes: • Review of Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders • Review of commonly observed symptoms associated with ASD • Review of a variety of therapies currently employed with children diagnosed on the spectrum • Massage techniques, nurturing touch techniques, tactile introduction, sensory stimulation & integration, oral stimulation and oral-sensory activities • Methodology for the use of massage therapy and tactile interventions • Age appropriate approach and communication, and unique methods of communicating with children who have ASD • Overview of growth and development • Benefits for both children and caregivers • Recognizing Children’s verbal and nonverbal communication • Current pediatric massage research and how best to stay in touch with current research developments • Teaching and facilitating skills to impart simple ideas and techniques to parents • Networking and Marketing Skills for reaching healthcare professionals and families • Considerations for providing massage therapy for children of all backgrounds, including cultural considerations • Medical, healthcare and parental consent considerations • Touch Therapy for Liddle Kidz with Autism (Massage for Children with Autism) Guide (provided in class) • Supervised Practical Experience: In-class hands on practice This is a CPD Approved course For further information and booking, contact Tina Allen ( Founder/Trainer Liddle Kidz Foundation) Email: tina@liddlekidz Or Catriona Plunkett: info@goldeneggholistic
Posted on: Wed, 10 Dec 2014 16:34:00 +0000
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