Training Packages - Middletown Centre For Autism

Event summary

Date

Tuesday 3 Nov 2026

Start Time

15:15

End Time

17:15

Monaghan Community Special School, Castleblayney, Monaghan

Booking closes

Saturday 31 Oct 2026 3pm

Autism and Communication: Autistic Children and Young People with High Care and Education Needs This session explores the differences in neurotypical vs autistic communication styles. It provides delegates with an understanding of how to appreciate communication differences and adapt their communication style to better support autistic children and young people at home and school. Participants will: Explore current relevant theories related to communication differences. Develop an understanding of their own communication preferences and how these might hinder or support the autistic communicator. Explore a range of supportive practices in receptive, understanding, and expressive communication

Location

Monaghan Community Special School
Dublin Road
Castleblayney
Monaghan
A75 PV02
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Carolyn Frazer

Carolyn Frazer is an Autism Trainer/Advisor in Middletown Centre for Autism. Before taking up this post she worked in the Learning, Support and Assessment Team at Middletown for many years. Carolyn qualified in Speech and Language Therapy, has a master’s degree in psychology and is currently completing a post graduate certificate in Sensory Integration. During her master’s studies, she undertook research on Autism and Bullying and continues to provide training sessions and support for autistic students in this area. Carolyn’s other areas of specialisms include supporting communication and anxiety for Post Primary aged students.