The Trust offers a continuous staff training program designed to enhance and update the skills necessary to meet our goals.

 

This training aims to provide staff with a deep understanding of Autism and neurodiversity.

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We recognise that our staff play a crucial role in connecting the people we support with the broader world. Therefore, it is essential for staff to develop their skills and abilities.

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Our comprehensive training includes:

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• Understanding Autism, Neurodiversity and KAT’s Autism Specialist approach

• Communication techniques and visual aids

• Sensory processing and integration awareness

• Teaching skills and goal setting

• Understanding and supporting distress and behaviours of concern

• Positive support approaches such as PBS, Active Support, Trauma Informed Practice and use of structure.
   

Our training framework ensures compliance with CQC requirements regarding induction and ongoing training.

Additionally, the Trust offers training for parents, professionals, and other organisations.​​

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For more information, please contact us: office@kentautistic.com​​​​

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Our Training Ethos

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Our training is shaped by Kent Autistic Trust’s specialist experience and focuses on helping teams become confident, develop real understanding, and deliver consistent, person-centred support.

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• Neurodiversity-informed

• Practical tools for communication, structure and supportive environments.

• Behaviour understood as communication

• Focus on quality of life and reducing causes of stress.

• Positive, evidence-informed approaches such as PBS, Active Support, trauma-informed practice and sensory awareness.

• Values-led, non-aversive and quality focused

 

Sessions can be tailored around your training needs, with content and examples matched to your setting.

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Training We Provide:​
 

• Autism Specialist Support Approaches

• Positive Behaviour Support

• Sensory Processing Awareness and Support

• Communication and Visual Supports

• Active Support and Meaningful Engagement

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