Courses by Category
Our Calendar for 2010 is still being compiled. Please keep checking for updates over the next few weeks. Further details will be available here during early 2010.
Multiple Disability Courses
Hearing Impairment Courses
Living a Balanced Life: Assisting Parents of Children with a Sensory Impairment (for Parents) Dr Dale Atkins
Supporting Families - Dr Dale Atkins
Education Assistants Supporting Children with Deafness/hearing impairment (PERTH)
Improving the Outcomes of Hearing Impaired Students in Mainstream schools
Leaders in Deaf Education Special Meeting - "Working Towards Mandatory Qualifications for Teachers of the Deaf"
Hearing-Loss Simulation - Training Communication Partners with HELOS
Teachers Aides Supporting Children with Hearing Impairment
Hearing-Loss Simulation - Training Communication Partners with HELOS
(PERTH)
Visual Phonics and Literacy (SYDNEY and PERTH)
5th Annual Leaders in Deaf Education Meeting
Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf Conference
Audiologists two day seminar
Deaf History Course
Centre for Special Education & Disability Studies Research Mini-Conference
Deaf Teenagers: Social and Emotional Issues (PERTH)
Braille courses
Braille for Educators
Braille for English Speaking Pacific Islanders
Braille for Beginners: Module 1
Vision Impairment Courses
Supporting Families - Dr Dale Atkins
Visual Surveillance and Screening
Visual Efficiency Training-Teaching Low Vision Skills to students with a Vision Impairment
Childhood and Common Eye Conditions
Autism Spectrum Disorders and Vision Impairment
Accessing Information - Up-date on Alternate Formats
Teacher Aides Supporting Children with Vision Impairment
Centre for Special Education & Disability Studies Research Mini-Conference
Visual Surveillance and Screening
e-Learning Courses
A series of one hour lectures will be available live on-line in 2010 - speakers and topics TBA
Current Online Courses and Activities
DVD Resource
Australasian Deaf Symposium III 2008 DVD
Courses in 2010
MULTIPLE DISABILITY
One size does not fit all: Communication Strategies for children with sensory and multiple disabilities
When: Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd August, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Sharon Barrey-Grassick
One size does not fit all! These presentations will explore a range of strategies for developing effective, meaningful?communication with individuals with sensory or multiple disabilities. The importance of acknowledging behaviour as communication and respecting the need for highly individualised communication systems will be a focus.
Course Code: RC10C101M
Fee: $250 register for course
Strategies for Supporting the Educational Development of Children with Disabilities and Unique Behaviours: for educators
When: Thursday 14 th October 2010
Presented by:Tim Harsthorne & David Brown
Course Code: RC10C102M
Fee: $150 register for course
Strategies for Supporting the Educational Development of Children with Disabilities and Unique Behaviours: for therapists
When: Friday 15 th October 2010
Presented by:Tim Harsthorne & David Brown
Course Code: RC10C103M
Fee: $150 register for course
Strategies for Supporting the Educational Development of Children with Disabilities and Unique Behaviours: Parents only
When: Saturday 16 th October 2010
Presented by:Tim Harsthorne & David Brown
Course Code: RC10C104M
Fee: no charge register for course
HEARING IMPAIRMENT
Living a Balanced Life: Assisting Parents of Children with a Sensory Impairment (for Parents)
When: Wednesday 24th february 2010, 9.30 - 12
Presented by: Dr Dale Atkins
Dr Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has more than thirty years of experience as a relationship expert focusing on hearing loss, social skills, marriage, parenting, communication, aging well, transitions and living a balanced life. She received her Masters Degree in Education of the Deaf and taught at the Lexington School for the Deaf in New York, The Micha Center for Deaf Children in Israel, and The John Tracy Clinic in Los Angeles. Author of several books, articles and journals for popular and professional audiences, Dr. Atkins is a much sought after lecturer as well as media commentator. She is a regular guest expert on the USA NBC's 'Today' and has appeared on many TV and radio programs. Please visit Dr Atkins' website for more information.
You can either register online register for course or call 02 9872 0207 for further information. There is no charge for this course.
Supporting Families
When: Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd February, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Dr Dale Atkins
The purpose of this 2-day event is to focus on the needs of families and the mechanisms and strategies professionals can use to maximise opportunity for a balanced life. The underlying premise is that living a life in balance is the key to success whether one is a parent, a child, or a professional. It is expected that participants will learn strategies to recognise, approach and alter life patterns that may be facilitative to their desire to live a healthy and balanced life.
Course Code: RC10C103H
Fee: $300 register for course
Education Assistants Supporting Children with Deafness/hearing impairment - PERTH
When: Day 1 Friday 29th january and Day 2 Monday 19th April 2010 (online study activities to be completed between face to face workshops). 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Presenters from WAIDE and the Renwick Centre.
Venue: WA Institute for Deaf Education located at 53 Curtin Avenue, Cottesloe in Western Australia.
The 'Education Assistants Supporting Children with Deafness/Hearing Impairment' course will be conducted in Perth early in 2010. This course is intended to provide participants with the competencies required to assist in supporting learners with hearing impairment in the learning environment. The course would suit people already employed as Education Assistants or who are seeking employment in this role in the future.
Upon successful completion of the program participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of hearing impairment and its effect on learning,
- Use the knowledge of the role and duties of an Education Assistant working with a student with hearing impairment, and
- Apply skills and strategies to assist in the support of a learner with hearing impairment across a range of learning environments.
Course Code: RC10C101H
Fee: $150 register for course
Improving the Outcomes of Hearing Impaired Students in Mainstream schools (one-day workshop)
When: Wednesday 24th February or Monday 15th March, 2010 (one-day repeat workshop), 8.30am to 3.30pm
Presented by: Staff of RIDBC Garfield Barwick Centre
Venue: MLC, Grantham Street, Burwood.
Please note, no parking is provided, street parking is 2 hours only. Strathfield or Burwood stations are a 5 minute walk from MLC. Street parking is available on the north side of Parramatta Road, approx. 10 minute walk.
Mainstream teachers will benefit from this one-day workshop by gaining a deeper understanding of the characteristics,
expectations, and needs of students with hearing impairments. They will also attain a heightened awareness
of the potentially important role that they can play in improving the educational outcomes of students with impaired
hearing. Suggested practical classroom measures will be augmented by exploration of wider perspectives that
include the issues of communication, literacy development, the use of technology, and opportunities for the
students’ social inclusion both in and out of class.
Course Code: RC10C102H
Fee:
$150 with no RIDBC school support.
Register for 24th February
OR
Register for 15th March
$40 with RIDBC school support.
Register for 24th February.
OR
Register for 15th March
Leaders in Deaf Education Special Meeting - "Working Towards Mandatory Qualifications for Teachers of the Deaf"
When: Thursday 4th & Friday 5th March, day 1: 12 pm to 4 pm, day 2: 8.30 am to 4 pm
Presented by: RIDBC Renwick Centre Staff
Course Code: RC10C105H
Fee: $150 register for course
Hearing-Loss Simulation - Training Communication Partners with HELOS
When: Friday 12th March, 8.30 am to 4pm
Presented by: Associate professor Norm Erber
Most parents, teachers, and therapists want to understand: (1) the effects of impaired hearing on speech perception; and (2) how to facilitate a child's communication/language learning. This course will provide insight through a range of experiences with HELOS hearing-loss simulation software. Hands-on workshop activities will include demonstrations, creation of video recordings, live interaction through HELOS, and participation in a variety of communication-training activities.
Course Code: RC10C106H
Fee: $150 register for course
Teachers Aides Supporting Children with Hearing Impairment
When: Monday 3rd May to Monday 2nd August (2 face to face days plus online study), 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: RIDBC Staff
Course Code: RC10C107H
Fee: $150 register for course
Hearing-Loss Simulation - Training Communication Partners with HELOS (PERTH)
When: Friday 13th August, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Associate Professor Norm Erber
Most parents, teachers, and therapists want to understand: (1) the effects of impaired hearing on speech perception; and (2) how to facilitate a child's communication/language learning. This course will provide insight through a range of experiences with HELOS hearing-loss simulation software. Hands-on workshop activities will include demonstrations, creation of video recordings, live interaction through HELOS, and participation in a variety of communication-training activities.
Course Code: RC10C108H
Fee: $150 register for course
Visual Phonics and Literacy (SYDNEY)
When: 11th and 12th November
Presented by: Beverley Trezek and Connie Mayer
Course Code: RC10C109H
Fee: TBA register for course
5th Annual Leaders in Deaf Education Meeting
When: Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th September, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Keynote: Dr Cheryl DeConde Johnson
Course Code: RC10C110H
Fee: $250 register for course
Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf Conference
When: Friday 10th September, 8.30am to 3.30pm
Presented by: Keynote: Dr Cheryl DeConde Johnson
Course Code: RC10C111H
Fee: $150 register for course
Audiologists two day seminar
When: Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th September, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Dr Cheryl DeConde Johnson
Course Code: RC10C112H
Fee: $250 register for course
Deaf History Course
When: Monday 27th September to Friday 1st October, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Dr Breda Carty
Course Code: RC10C113H
Fee: $550 (or $150 for one day, $250 for 2 days, or $110 per day for 3 or more days: please indicate preferred dates on registration) register for course
Centre for Special Education & Disability Studies Research Mini-Conference
When: Friday 8th October, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Staff from RIDBC Renwick centre and the University of Newcastle
Course Code: RC10C105M
Fee: $30 register for course
Deaf Teenagers: Social and Emotional Issues (PERTH)
When: Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th October, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: TBA
Course Code: RC10C114H
Fee: $250 register for course
Visual Phonics and Literacy (PERTH)
When: 16th and 17th November
Presented by: Beverley Trezek and Connie Mayer
Course Code: RC10C115H
Fee: $250 register for course
BRAILLE
Braille for Educators
When: February to June 2010
Presented by: Josie Howse, Manager, State Braille and Large Print Service, NSW DET and Nicola Stowe, Publications Officer, RIDBC VisonEd.
This twenty-week course in Unified English Braille (UEB), offered by distance education, introduces students to
basic skills in writing and reading Braille and is offered in both semesters each year. Through a series of weekly
lessons, students will develop such skills as transcription of print to Braille using a Perkins Brailler; transcription
of embossed Braille to print; and general formatting guidelines for the layout of Braille, including the layout of test
papers. A certificate of proficiency in Unified English Braille (Grade 2) is awarded by the RIDBC Renwick Centre
upon the successful completion of the course.
Course Code: RC10C101V
Fee: $400 (Texts included) register for course
Braille for English Speaking Pacific Islanders
When: Commences march 2010 via distance learning
Presented by: Frances Gentle, Lecturer in Vision Impairment, RIDBC Renwick Centre
This is a distance education course in Unified English Braille (UEB) for people in Pacific Island nations (or other relevant interested parties). The course introduces students to basic skills in writing and reading Braille. Through a series of weekly lessons, students will develop such skills as transcription of print to Braille using either a slate and stylus or a Perkins Brailler; transcription of embossed Braille to print; and general formatting guidelines for the layout of Braille, including the layout of test papers. A certificate of proficiency in Unified English Braille: Pacific Region is awarded by the RIDBC Renwick Centre upon the successful completion of the course. In Papua New Guinea (PNG) in 2008, in collaboration with Callan Studies Institute of PNG.
Course Code: RC10C102V
Fee: FREE. register for course
Braille for Beginners: Module 1
When: Commences March 2010 via distance learning
Presented by: Frances Gentle, Lecturer in Vision Impairment, RIDBC Renwick Centre
This course provides an introduction to braille for those who wish to learn the Braille alphabet, numbers and some simple Braille contractions. The content is presented in a series of self-paced lessons, using a printed training guide, a CD and accompanying online materials. Course participants may progress to Module 2 if they wish to become proficient in contracted (Grade 2) Braille.
Course Code: RC10C103V
Fee: $150 Register for Course.
VISION IMPAIRMENT
Living a Balanced Life: Assisting Parents of Children with a Sensory Impairment (for Parents)
When: Wednesday 24th february 2010, 9.30 - 12
Presented by: Dr Dale Atkins
Dr Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who has more than thirty years of experience as a relationship expert focusing on hearing loss, social skills, marriage, parenting, communication, aging well, transitions and living a balanced life. She received her Masters Degree in Education of the Deaf and taught at the Lexington School for the Deaf in New York, The Micha Center for Deaf Children in Israel, and The John Tracy Clinic in Los Angeles. Author of several books, articles and journals for popular and professional audiences, Dr. Atkins is a much sought after lecturer as well as media commentator. She is a regular guest expert on the USA NBC's 'Today' and has appeared on many TV and radio programs. Please visit Dr Atkins' website for more information.
You can either register online register for course or call 02 9872 0207 for further information. There is no charge for this course.
Supporting Families
When: Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd February, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Dr Dale Atkins
The purpose of this 2-day event is to focus on the needs of families and the mechanisms and strategies professionals can use to maximise opportunity for a balanced life. The underlying premise is that living a life in balance is the key to success whether one is a parent, a child, or a professional. It is expected that participants will learn strategies to recognise, approach and alter life patterns that may be facilitative to their desire to live a healthy and balanced life.
Course Code: RC10C103H
Fee: $300 register for course
Visual Surveillance and Screening
When: Friday 23rd April, 8.30 am to 4 pm
Presented by: Sue Silveira, Orthoptist and research fellow, RIDBC Renwick Centre
This workshop will equip health professionals with the knowledge to be able to conduct childhood vision surveillance and screening in accordance with the NSW "My First Health Record".
Prereading of approximately 6 hours is required, prior to attending. A module will be sent at least 2 weeks ahead which covers the rationale for vision surveillance and screening; visual development; basic ocular anatomy; and tools for identification of signs of vision and eye problems through vision surveillance and screening.
The workshop will cover the practical skills required for vision surveillance and screening, drawing on the knowledge gained from the prereading module.
Course Code: RC10C104V
Fee: $150 register for course
Visual Efficiency Training-Teaching Low Vision Skills to students with a Vision Impairment
When: Friday 14th May, 8.30 am to 12.30 pm
Presented by: Heather Archbold, Vision Support Teacher, NSW Dept of Education & Guest Lecturer at the Renwick Centre.
The presentation will include assessment, programming and practical lesson ideas for the teaching of low vision skills to students with a vision impairment. The skills needed for the efficient use of low vision aids and the need for students to have a basic understanding of the implications of their own vision impairment will also be addressed.
Course Code: RC10C108V
Fee: $80 register for course
Orientation & Mobility
When: Thursday 20th May
Presented by: Desiree Gallimore, Ewa Borkowski & April Harris
The morning session in this practical course covers introductory techniques followed by an afternoon session learning more advanced techniques. Participants may attend either morning or afternoon sessions, or both. The introductory session involves basic guiding techniques, assistance with independent travel and in room familiarisation. The afternoon session will focus on particular aspects of guiding techniques, travel techniques, use of landmarks, clues, simple maps, communication cards and sequencing skills acquisition, plus a particular focus on issues for students with multiple disabilities.
Course Code: RC10C105V
Fee: $150 register for course
Childhood and Common Eye Conditions
When: Friday 7th May, 2 pm to 4 pm
Presented by: Dr John Gregory Roberts, Hon. Ophthalmologist & Board member of RIDBC and Visiting Lecturer at RIDBC Renwick Centre.
This presentation will include an overview of common clinical conditions which will include childhood disorders such as retinopathy of prematurity, and strabismus and common surgical conditions such as cataract surgery, laser refractive surgery and medical eye diseases including macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa.
Course Code: RC10C106V
Fee: $40 register for course
Social Skills Across the Lifespan; Early childhood and family life (parents and early childhood teaching staff)
When: Wednesday 9 June 2010, 9 am to 4 pm
Presented by: Dr Karen Wolffe
In this course, Dr. Karen Wolffe will introduce the basic social skills that young children with visual impairments benefit from acquiring at home and in early childhood programs: developing concepts of self and others, engagement skills, turn-taking skills, cooperative play skills, and so forth. These foundation skills in the social area will serve them well as they transition into elementary and secondary school settings.
Course Code: RC10C111V
Fee: $150 register for course
(Social Skills Across the Lifespan 3 day special $400 register for 3 days)
Social Skills Across the Lifespan; Teaching social skills to school-aged youngsters (school-based personnel)
When: Thursday 10 June 2010, 9 am to 4 pm
Presented by: Dr Karen Wolffe
In this course, Dr. Wolffe will discuss the social skills necessary for students with visual impairments to establish and maintain positive relationships at school and in the community: positive communication skills, including demonstration and interpretation of nonverbal cues; self-awareness and self-improvement; learning to reciprocate in social settings, actively participate in play or other extracurricular opportunities; and so forth. These are the relationship-building skills that will enable children with visual impairments to?move into adult roles and responsibilities successfully.
Course Code: RC10C112V
Fee: $150 register for course
(Social Skills Across the Lifespan 3 day special $400 register for 3 days)
Social Skills Across the Lifespan; Social skills in the work place and community (staff working with teens and adults)
When: Friday 11 June 2010, 9 am to 4 pm
Presented by: Dr Karen Wolffe
In this course, Dr. Wolffe will focus on the soft skills required for success in work and adult life: an understanding of the impact of one's behaviors on others, hence the need for punctuality and attendance, following rules and instruction from others, working cooperatively with others, etc.; an appreciation and acceptance of others' differences, the ability to communicate assertively, the understanding of differences in the levels of relationships that one develops and maintains, an awareness of how social demands change over the course of time in relationships, and so forth. Without these soft skills, youth and adults with disabilities run the risk of not securing employment or; if they secure jobs, being unable to maintain employment. These are also the skills that enable youth and adults to establish life-long relationships with others.
Course Code: RC10C113V
Fee: $150 register for course
(Social Skills Across the Lifespan 3 day special $400 register for 3 days)
Accessing Information - Up-date on Alternate Formats
When: Friday 10 June 2010, 9 am to 12.30 pm
Presented by: Tim Connell, Managing Director, Quantum Technology Pty. Ltd., Rydalmere NSW
During Christmas 2009, an historic milestone was reached when Amazon.com sold more e-books than traditional books on paper. Alternate format is becoming mainstream! In this session we will look at the increasing number of options for converting information into other formats, including large print, audio, DAISY and Braille. We will explore some commercially available products as well as freeware and low cost apps. Discussion will also focus on how alternate formats can be incorporated into everyday classroom use.
Course Code: RC10C115V
Fee: $80 register for course
Adaptive technology
When: 23 June 2010, 8.30 am to 12 pm
Presented by: Sam Taylor and Phil Hazell
Course Code: RC10C116V
Fee: $80 register for course
Teacher Aides Supporting Children with Vision Impairment
When: Tuesday 3rd August to Tuesday 2nd November (2 face to face days plus online study), 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: RIDBC Staff
This course will provide participants with the competencies required to assist in supporting learners with vision impairment.It will enhance the skills and knowledge of people employed or seeking employment as teacher aides, child care assistants or residential care assistants or who are otherwise engaged in assisting people who are vision impaired. Participants will gain an understanding of vision impairment and its effect on learning, examine the role and duties of a Teachers Aide, and apply skills and practical strategies (e.g. orientation and mobility) to assist in the support of a learner with vision impairment across a range of learning environments.
Course Code: RC10C109V
Fee: $150 register for course
Centre for Special Education & Disability Studies Research Mini-Conference
When: Friday 8th October, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by: Staff from RIDBC Renwick centre and the University of Newcastle
Course Code: RC10C105M
Fee: $30 register for course
Visual Surveillance and Screening
When: Monday 18th October, 8.30am to 4pm
Presented by:Sue Silveira, Orthoptist and research fellow, RIDBC Renwick Centre
This workshop will equip health professionals with the knowledge to be able to conduct childhood vision surveillance and screening in accordance with the NSW "My First Health Record".
Prereading of approximately 6 hours is required, prior to attending. A module will be sent at least 2 weeks ahead which covers the rationale for vision surveillance and screening; visual development; basic ocular anatomy; and tools for identification of signs of vision and eye problems through vision surveillance and screening.
The workshop will cover the practical skills required for vision surveillance and screening, drawing on the knowledge gained from the prereading module.
Course Code: RC10C110V
Fee: $150 register for course
DVD Resource
Australasian Deaf Studies Symposium III 2008 DVD
The DVD of this 2-day symposium, which ran during september 2008, is now available for purchase.
A Keynote Address was given by Robert Adam (Deafness Cognition and Language Research Centre, University College London, UK), with Dr Breda Carty, from RIDBC Renwick Centre chairing the event.
The Symposium focused on the concept of "Deaf Identity", and how it is evolving in a changing world. The two-day event is of special interest to Deaf people and their families, those who work with them, and researchers and teachers in the Deaf Studies field. The symposium provides an opportunity to re-examine this complex subject from a variety of different perspectives. The DVD features video footage from each session of the Symposium presented in its entirety with additional access to supplementary materials used during the session. View the promotional flyer for more information. The DVD can be ordered using the order form.
Special Offers and Discounts
Special offers are available when registering for more than one course, or for multiple registrations from the same organisation. For more information please contact the CPE team on (02) 9872 0302 or e-mail cpe@ridbc.org.au.
Registration
To register for a course, please complete the online registration form or alternatively, contact us.
Location
All courses are located at the RIDBC Renwick Centre in Sydney, Australia, unless otherwise stated.
