POLE AUTISME

The first year program will begin on September 2, 2023 at 9:00 AM and end on June 1, 2024 at 4:30 PM. 

It includes:

• the Austim module,
• the Introductory Workshop in ESDM,
• the Advanced Workshop + deepening of knowledge in ESDM.

Contact

itp@pole-autisme.ch

Each registrant must first provide a certificate stating:
- mentioning to which institution he/she is affiliated,
- his/her minimum activity rate in his/her institution.
In addition, he/she must provide a signed recommendation from his/her clinic manager attesting to his/her support of the training and certifying that the candidate is engaged in intensive clinical activity with children.

Intercantonal Training for Early Intensive Intervention in Autism (year 1)

The three modules will focus on early intensive evidence-based interventions for children with autism. Participants will receive theoretical training in Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention (EIBI) based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Intervention (NDBI), especially the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).

Topics such as support for language development (alternative communication systems), functional autonomy, including essential functions such as nutrition and toilet training are also taught.

In addition, knowledge is acquired through self-paced online learning modules (MOOCS on Autism Spectrum Disorders by University of Geneva and online teaching on EIBI and ABA by KJPP University Zurich) and supplementary reading.

While participants are enrolled in the training, they work with children in early intensive intervention under supervision provided by certified ABA or ESDM trainers.

Recognition is granted by the examination committee and the supervisors, both in terms of clinical work (videos) and by testing acquired knowledge (multiple choice).

What are the prerequisites?

• The prerequisite for training is master's degree in psychology (bachelor’s degrees students in the process of completing a master degree are considered upon request of the institute where the clinical activity takes place), therapeutic pedagogy, speech therapy, occupational therapy.
• While participants are enrolled in the training, they work in a public center with children in early intensive intervention under supervision provided by certified ABA or ESDM trainers.
• State or public utility provider for intensive early intervention are a prerequisite for the clinical experience portion. Working on at least 10 clinical cases of children with ASD receiving intensive early interventions and 2 parent coaching interventions must be documented over the courses of the training. A total of 150 hours of supervision, of which at least 50 hours of individual supervision are required for graduation.
• Registration is only possible with the approval of your supervisor.

Exceptions are possible in consultation with the directors of the institute.

How much the first year training costs?

The cost of the first year training is 5422,50 CHF (include the therapist certification in ESDM) per person. The fee could vary according to the number of attendees and potential support from donors. The cost for individual and group supervision is not included in the total costs.