Speak Out April 2016

NDIS

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and actions, however it seems likely that at the least, family centred and family focused services and routines based and strength focused interventions, provided using a coordinated and collaborative team approach, will be identified as core components of best practice service delivery in early childhood intervention services. In the interim, it is expected that providers work with all members of the team to support participants to meet their goals; acknowledging and including parents as core members of the team, who hold expert knowledge both of their child and of their family capacity and culture.

Australia (ECIA) was commissioned to undertake a project, including a national consultation, to provide recommendations for best practice. One of the clear finding from the consultations was that there are many different Interpretations and understandings of the terminology frequently used in describing early intervention service provision, including ‘transdisciplinary’ and ‘key worker’. A number of SPA members were nominated to the Expert Advisory Committee to the project, and had the opportunity to review and comment on the first draft of the recommendations. The final report and recommendations have been provided to the NDIS. Providers are awaiting further information

Cathy Olsson Project Consultant, Disability

Members may view the NDIS terminology FAQ on the SPA website.

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Introduction to PROMPT: Technique - 3 Day Workshop Dates: April 20-22, Miami Beach, QLD June 23-25 , Dianella, Perth, WA September 12-14 , Randwick, Sydney, NSW December 8-10 , Glen Waverly, Vic This 3 day intensive workshop focuses on teaching the technique of PROMPT . Maximum of 24 participants. Bridging: Technique to Intervention - 3 Day Workshop Dates: September 15-17 , Randwick, Sydney, NSW June 30 to July 2 , Glen Waverley, Vic This 3 day intensive workshop focuses on holistic therapy planning and implementation within the PROMPT approach. Maximum of 24 participants. To register visit www.promptinstitute.com For REGISTRATION and full 2016 workshop program, please see www.promptinstitute.com

Three culturally safe assessment packages that have been specifically designed for use with Australian Aboriginal English speaking First Peoples children. Solid foundations assessment series

For more information contact Dr Judith Gould 0400 036 589

• paediatric • school-aged

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Speak Out April 2016

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