Developing Play in the Early Years

Who is this module for?

The session is suitable for staff/practitioners working with children in early years settings. 

The aims

• To increase your understanding of the importance of play in the Early Years
• To develop your understanding of how autism can impact upon a child's play development. 
• To build your awareness of strategies that can be used to support autistic children with their play development.

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will:

• Understand that autism is a DIFFERENCE, not a DEFICIT.
• Understand how the three areas of difference in autism may impact on the development of play skills. 
• Understand the importance of all adults working together to support the child to develop play skills. 
• Develop knowledge of how to support autistic children to develop play skills. 
• Create a plan to ensure progress in play skills.