12 January 2016 – 12 January 2017
Cygnet programme
A parenting support programme for parents and carers of children and young people with an autistic spectrum condition.
Cygnet has been developed by looking at what is done in existing parenting support programmes, examining research findings, a pilot parenting programme and in partnership with parents/carers and practitioners. Cygnet has been developed, managed, funded and run with multi-agency support. The trainers who present this programme will all have a detailed knowledge of autism and come from a variety of backgrounds.
Parents views:
“Fantastic! Really enjoyable and helpful!”
“Our biggest problems are related to behaviour so understanding our son’s behaviour properly is a very big step!”
“This has given me the tools to help with my child’s communication.”
“I can now identifying my child’s sensory issues and have an idea of practical strategies.”
“The support of other group members is really valuable.”
What the National Training Awards judges thought:
“Barnardo’s Cygnet training was considered to be exemplary by our team of regional and UK judges; they were particularly impressed with the contribution these programmes are making along with strong elements of training best practice being shown and further development potential being demonstrated for the future.”
National Training Awards. 2010
What the programme covers:
- Autism and diagnosis
- Communication
- Sensory Issues
- Understanding Behaviour
- Managing Behaviour and Support
- Session six focus is decided by the group
What will be expected from attendees?
- Attend each session.
- Support other parents/carers during each session, being respectful and non-judgemental of each other.
- Complete course pre-questionnaire (provided at session one) and a short evaluation at the end of each session.
- To put ideas, strategies and information shared that is relevant to your family and your child into practice.
- To share experiences and ideas with others.
- To participate and commit to each session.
Programme details
The programme will be delivered over six three hour sessions which work towards the development and understanding of an Autistic child’s world, introduces behaviour management and provides the opportunity to meet and share experiences with other parents and carers.
The programme will usually run in a morning at the Together Centre (Rear of Woodlands School, Whitegate Drive FY3 9HF)
Places on this programme are limited; if you would like to secure a place please contact Berni as soon as possible.
No crèche is provided.
A letter to confirm your place will be sent, if you are unsuccessful on this occasion your details will be kept and you will be contacted when another course is available.
For more information and to book your place please contact Berni Ashworth 01253 476322.