Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), 2-day CPD workshop for Professionals and Parents

The PECS workshop is an intensive two-day interactive CPD training, designed to teach educational professionals and parents the theory and protocol for the Picture Exchange Communication System, an evidence based practice.

PECS is a tried-and-tested approach that uses pictures to develop communication skills. It is appropriate for children with a wide range of learning, speech and communication difficulties, including children with Autism.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Strategies to create opportunities for communication.
• Relationship between PECS and traditional communication training approaches.
• How to implement all six phases of PECS pyramid.
• The criteria for transitioning from PECS to other communication modalities.

To read more about PECS, please click here: https://pecs-unitedkingdom.com/

DATES
Day 1:  Fri, 19^th Oct 2018
Day 2:  Sat, 20^th Oct 2018

TIMINGS

DAY ONE 8:30 am – Registration 9:00 am – Workshop starts 5:00 pm – Workshop ends

DAY TWO 9:00 am – Workshop starts 4:30 pm – Feedback & Certificates 5:00 pm – Workshop ends

*Above timings includes am/pm breaks and 1 hour for lunch.

FACILITATOR
The Course Instructor will be Christina Horne, PECS Consultant at Pyramid Educational Consultants UK Ltd. To read more about PECS, please click here: https://pecs-unitedkingdom.com/

CPD ACCREDITATION
This course has been awarded with 7.75 CPD credit points by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
Certificates will be issued as per the name provided above, subject to full attendance.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND / TARGET AUDIENCE
This workshop is appropriate for all Individuals who provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities, learning difficulties and/or that are non-verbal, or without a functional communication system, such as:-

• Parents / Family Members
• Teachers / Learning Support Assistants / SENCOs / Inclusion Coordinators
• Speech-Language Therapists / Occupational Therapists
• Behaviour Analysts / ABA Therapists / RBT Therapists / Home Therapists
• SEN Program Administrators and Supervisors
• Paraprofessionals / Social Workers / Counsellors
• Shadow Teachers / Nannies / Careers
• Psychologists

VENUE
Auris Inn Al Muhanna, Barsha Heights, Dubai, UAE

REGISTRATION FEES
AED 1,950 – Early Bird Rate for Registrations & Payments received by 30th August 2018
AED 2,150 – Regular Fee for Registrations & Payments received after 30th August 2018

*Fees include The Second Edition PECS Training Manual (£65.00 value!)
*Refreshments/Lunch are not included in the fees. Delegates need to make their own arrangements
*All prices inclusive of 5% tax

Click here to download the Registration Form.

MODE OF PAYMENT
Cash: Local currency AED only payable to the Reception at Sensation Station
Cheque: Issued in the name of: Sensation Station Center
Credit / Debit Card: Payable to the Reception at Sensation Station

BANK TRANSFER
A/C Name:.. Sensation Station Center
A/C No.: …… 00110552660012
IBAN: ………… AE970520000110552660012
SWIFT:………. NISLAEAD
Address:…… Noor Bank, Zayed Rd, Dubai, U.A.E.

If paying by bank transfer, please notify our admin team before and after the transaction. Extra charges apply from outside the U.A.E., please check with your bank to ensure full amount is paid.

NOTES
Reservations/Registrations are only confirmed once the full payment has been received in advance. Payment is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another person nominated by the participant. Book early! Limited seats available and subject to availability.

VENUE LOCATION
Auris Inn Al Muhanna, Al Fosool Street, Tecom – Barsha Heights, Dubai, UAE

DIRECTIONS
Located 5 minutes away from Dubai Internet City Metro station.
From to Dubai get on Sheikh Zayed Rd/E11 and take the exit for First Al Khail St/D86 exit from Hessa St/D61, follow the direction on google maps for another 5-6 km to the destination.
From Abu Dhabi get on Sheikh Zayed Rd/E11 and take exit 34 to Abdullah Omran Taryam Street, continue to follow the direction on google maps for another 9 km to the destination.
Click here to view in Google Maps: https://gl/maps/Pdb4xsbGcRF2

PARKING
Free parking is available at the hotel’s lower basement accessible from the back of the hotel.
Additional street parking is also available in front and behind the hotel.

ACCOMMODATION & HOTEL FACILITIES
This 4 Star modern hotel features 145 rooms & suites. All rooms have 24-hour free Wi-Fi access to keep you connected throughout your stay. Each room features an en-suite bathroom, flat screen TV, tea & coffee facilities and a work desk. Guests can also enjoy a splash in the swimming pool or work out at the well-equipped gymnasium. Wellness treatment rooms offering a selection of massages, facials, skin & full body treatments to help your body & mind to relax and rejuvenate. Participants can enjoy discounted room rate of AED 411 inclusive of tax & breakfast. Please quote ref: PECS Workshop and address your accommodation/hotel room reservations, directly to the hotel for the attention of:

Auris Inn Al Muhanna, Barsha Heights, Dubai,
Heba Hagar, Sales Manager, Email: h.hagar@auris-hotels.com
Tel: +9714 5560444, Direct: 5560430, Fax +9714 5560422, Mobile +97152 4240122
https://www.auris-hotels.com/en/auris-inn-al-muhanna-hotel

DINING / F&B
The hotel offers all-day dining at the following outlets.

• Lounge Café located in the hotel lobby, it is the choice for great coffee, tasty tea, fresh juice, ice-cream and your favorite pastries. Enjoy the local hospitality with complimentary Arabic coffee & dates.
• Didon Restaurant located on the 1st floor is an all-day dining experience with sophisticated culinary choices. Enjoy a selection of Arabic and favorite International cuisines from a buffet set up for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Emirates Platinum Card holder will receive 30% discount. Special Delegates’ Buffet Rate are: AED 41 for Breakfast and AED 52 for Lunch (per person inclusive of tax).
• Ucci Sushi Restaurant brings you the authentic tastes of Japanese sushi served in a modern setting. Emirates Platinum Card holder will receive 30%.  All You Can Eat Special Offer: AED 103.5 pp for our delegates.
• B Lounge / The Terrace is the perfect spot to relax on & enjoy shisha with a variety of healthy salads, cocktails & beverages. Located on the 1st floor with an outdoor feel overlooking the city.
• In-Room-Dining, order from a full selection of Arabic & international dishes from an ala carte menu served in the comfort of your room. Room service is available 24 hours.
• A further 15% discount is applicable to our delegates on all other F&B consumption.

CONTACT US
For more information or to register please contact:
Sensation Station, Ground Floor, G-03/G-05, Ibn Battuta Gate, Dubai
Tel: +9714 – 2776769, info@SensationStation.ae | www.SensationStation.ae

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