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Autistic and ADHD

€ 30.00 – € 200.00

On the face of it, many characteristics of being Autistic and many of those for ADHD seem to fly in opposite directions. However, probably about a third of Autistics also are ADHD, so how does that even work? Can you really be distracted and focused, novelty-oriented and sameness-oriented, empathetic and unempathetic, creative and pedantic? A lot of the answers lie in breaking down simple assumptions and stereotypes like those, but also in digging deeper into how and why characteristics such as these arise to start with. By exploring questions like these, we will build a picture of how life works for ‘shiny sparkles’ (Autistic ADHDers), and how the combination can often result in some exceptional creativity along the way. This course is ideal for Autistics suspecting they have ADHD. but would also be useful for teachers, SNAs, GPs, family members, therapists etc. Course Length 2hrs 30mins Investment includes certificate of completion, lifetime access and presentation slides.
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Autistic Joy And Passionate Interests

€ 15.00 – € 150.00
with Scott Neilson, Autistic author, trainer and consultant duration 1h 13m | for Autistic people, their families, support professionals and educators.

The association of Autistics with 'special interests' is well known. The preferred phrasing - Passionate Interests - tells us more about the depth of those interests and about Autistic people themselves. In the words of fellow AUsome trainer MAQQI, Autistics are "passionate people in a vivid world" and it is that passion and vividness - and the joy this generates - that Scott focuses on here.

He also focuses on Autistic joy, on interest-led learning, and where interests can lead to for Autistic people.

Why passionate interests are so important to Autistic people

Positive implications our interests they have for our wellbeing

Autistic joy

Interest-led learning

Where interests can lead to for Autistic people

Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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Autistic Sensory Sensitivity

€ 30.00 – € 200.00

Sensory sensitivity is the latest addition to the diagnostic criteria used by clinicians assessing Autistics, less than a decade ago. However, Autistic people have been well aware just how prominent a characteristic this is for a lot longer, and understanding of the diversity and importance of those sensitivities is central to appreciating just how ‘being Autistic’ works on a daily basis. This session is ideal for parents, teachers, SNAs & therapists. Course length 2hrs 30mins
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
Investment includes certificate of completion, lifetime access and presentation slides.

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Autistic Sexuality

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

Join Katie Munday (they/them) a queer Autistic researcher, writer, and trainer in a session on Autistic experiences of sexuality Topics covered: Interoception Sensory intergration Co-occuring chronic illnesses Alexithymia and communication differences Plus, they look at Autistic experiences of kink and BDSM, masturbation and sex work. This course is for anybody who is interested in learning more about Autistic sexuality. Course length: 1 hour 52 mins Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Best Strategies for Supporting Autistic Kids and Teens Socially Course

€ 20.00 – € 160.00

This on-demand course is ideal for parents and carers of Autistic children and teens. It is also be vital for helping professionals, including Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, SENCo’s and Career Guidance Counsellors, SNAs, Teachers and other professionals working in a therapeutic, clinical or educational setting. Duration: 2 hours Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Boundaries and Beliefs

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

This pre-recorded webinar discusses the struggles of autistic people around setting boundaries and the beliefs that can often result from that struggle, among other topics. This course is ideal for Autistic adults, families and those who work with or support us.
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Communication Badges

€ 18.50

6 sets of 3 traffic light communication badges. Ideal for classroom, clubs, events and clinics- even in a neuro-affirming home! Red badge says " Please don't engage with me right now" Orange badge says "I may have difficulty starting a conversation but I'm interested" Green Badge says "I'm happy to chat"

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Cothú Parent Trainer Program for Private Enterprise

€ 1,150.00 – € 2,950.00

Welcome to COTHÚ – our online program for professionals who wish to become licensed parenting course providers.

Course dates & times

Course Dates in Irish Time (GMT):

Tuesdays : 8th, 15th and 22nd July 1:30 - 6pm with Scott OR Saturdays: 6th, 13th and 20th September 8am -12pm with Gillian

Based outside of Ireland? Convert your time zone.

All sessions take place online on Zoom.

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Cothú Pete Wharmby

€ 1,150.00 – € 2,950.00

Welcome to COTHÚ with Pete Wharmby– our online program for professionals who wish to become licensed parenting course providers.

Course dates & times

Course Dates in Irish / UK Time (GMT):
Tuesdays 10am to 2.30pm 2025
May 20th, 27th and June 3rd

OR

Sept 9th, 16th and 23rd

Based outside of Ireland? Convert your time zone.

All sessions take place online on Zoom.

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Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People

€ 9.50

A Guide for Building your Affirming Organisation or Group- Digital Version (full colour version)
By Scott Neilson and Laura Hellfeld

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Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People (reduced colour inside)

€ 9.50

A Guide for Building your Affirming Organisation or Group- Digital Version (reduced colour version)
By Scott Neilson and Laura Hellfeld

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Creating Safe Spaces for Autistic People course

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

This online course is ideal for professionals, identifying individuals, parents and carers. The course includes 2 hours of video content. Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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DAWN Practitioner Program in Working with Autistic Adults

€ 600.00 – € 1,250.00

Welcome to DAWN – our 10-day online program for professionals who support Autistic adults in a therapeutic or clinical setting

Course length

10 days over 6 months, running from 10am-5pm Irish/ UK Time each day (Feb -June 2025). Convert to your time zone.

Course dates

Sat 11th Oct | Sun 19th Oct | Sat 15th Nov | Sun 23rd Nov | Sat 29th Nov Sat 17th Jan | Sat 24th Jan | Sun 8th Feb | Sat 28th Feb | Sat 14th March All sessions take place online on Zoom.

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Developing Self-Compassion as a Late-Discovery Neurodivergent Adult

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

with Autistic counsellor Eoin Stephens duration 2h 00m | for adult Neurodivergent people, their families and friends.
In this pre-recorded webinar Eoin Stephens explores the challenges faced by Late-Discovery Neurodivergent Adults, and offered some pathways and guidance through the self-compassion maze. Informed by personal experience and that of the wider Neurodivergent community as well as his professional experience Eoin guides us through an understanding of the sources of toxic shame, and an exploration of the ways we can move to self-compassion, and approach the process of unmasking.
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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DIY Visual Supports online course

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

What are visual supports for autistic people, how might they help, and how can I make some? If you’ve ever wondered these questions (or more!) about tangible or digital items such as picture schedules, first-then displays, or step-by-step instructions for autistics of all ages, this webinar is for you! Appropriate for autistic/similar viewers as well as support people such as families, teachers, and assistants! Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

€ 20.00 – € 160.00
with EDS experts Jane Green and Nikki Hughes duration 2h 10m | for teachers, parents, professionals and Autistic adults.
Jane Green and Nikki Hughes provide a wealth of information on Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, the prevalence of the condition in the Autistic community and how this impacts on physical and mental health. Drawing on their own lived experience and recent research on the topic, they provide useful guidance on identifying EDS, awareness of the barriers that commonly arise when seeking diagnosis, and information on living well with EDS.

EDS/HSD definition and prevalence

Identifying signs of EDS

Gaining diagnosis

Living with EDS

Useful supports

Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.
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Embracing My Neurodivergence- a book to explore your identity

€ 18.50

This beautiful book is the newest in our series of empowering books for Neurodivergent kids and teens. This book helps Autistic kids and teens explore their identity with positivity. “What matters most is what we think and feel about ourselves. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship or friendship you will ever have.” Evaleen Please note that delivery may take up to 2 weeks from date of order.

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Embracing My Neurodivergence- Digital

€ 16.50 – € 150.00

This beautiful book is the newest in our series of empowering books for Neurodivergent kids and teens Ideal for parents or professionals working with Autistic children and teens looking for Neurodiversity- affirming ways to explore diagnoses or identity. “What matters most is what we think and feel about ourselves. Your relationship with yourself is the most important relationship or friendship you will ever have.” Evaleen

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Exploring Autistic Empathy

€ 15.00 – € 150.00

Join Scott Neilson (he/him) in a session on Exploring Autistic Empathy! Topics Covered: Myths and outdated theories around Autistic Empathy How Autistic people express empathy Autistic-led research on Autistic Empathy This session is aimed at Autistic people, families and anyone who supports Autistic people to get a better understanding of how empathy is expressed by our community Course length: 1 hour 25mins Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided. If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Exploring Autistic Minds: A neuro-affirming approach

€ 135.00
This neuro-affirming course teaches people about autism from the Autistic viewpoint with a fantastic line-up of Autistic presenters. And now it’s available online! All of our Speakers are Autistic!

Evaleen Whelton, Founder of AUsome Ireland. Opening Address

Chris Bonnello, Autisticnotweird.com: Insights from an Autistic Teacher Melissa Murphy: “Authoring Autism”

Frank L Ludwig: “The Necessity of Autism”

Emma Dalmayne: “Autism ‘cures’ and the need for more intolerance”

Kieran Rose: “An Autistic Identity”

Eoin Stephens: “Double Vision – My experience of autism from both personal & professional perspectives”

Panel Discussion on Neurodiversity: Stiof MacAmhalghaidh, Kieran Rose and Chen Gershuni

Panel Discussion on Health and Mental Health

Get lifetime access to this once you purchase. You can play, pause, rewind and watch whenever you want to.
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Exploring Stimming

€ 25.00 – € 175.00

This course explains the many functions behind stimming and what the Autistic person is communicating through their stims. Stimming is Autistic language. We communicate through movement and sounds first. Words are our second language.

This session is ideal for Autistic people themselves, but also useful for teachers, SNAs, family members, therapists and employers.

Investment includes certificate of completion, lifetime access to the course and course materials.

Course Length 2hr

Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Exuberant Brains Webinar

€ 10.00

Exuberant Brains: What does synaptic pruning have to tell us about the Autistic Experience? In this 2 hour webinar we will discuss Neural Pruning and its implications for Autistic people. 19th March 2025, 7-9pm Irish/ UK Time Recording Included if you can't make it live

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Gabby’s Glimmers – Digital

€ 10.00

Gabby's Glimmers: An Affirming Story of an Autistic Child, their Favourite Food, and the Joy it Brings “As a pediatric feeding therapist, I celebrate this book because unique (neurodivergent) eaters can find a friend and role model in Gabby with their friend Meeple as they navigate their worries about eating environments and eating new foods. We can all learn a lot from these two food detectives!” - Marsha Dunn Klein, OTR/L, M.Ed. FAOTA

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Get Konnected! Neuro-affirming Social Support Course

€ 195.00 – € 595.00

Welcome to GET KONNECTED – our online program for professionals who support Autistic kids and teens socially.

Course length

This course has 5 x 5 hours self-paced learning followed by a live 2 hour session. So you need to allocate 5-6 hours in between each live session. A total of approx 35 hours Convert to your time zone.

Course dates

You will need to be available for live sessions (dates and times below) as well as allocating your own time in between sessions to complete the self-paced course content.
You can mix and match if you like and attend some of Evaleen’s and some of Yael’s sessions. Anyone around the globe is welcome to attend any of the courses if the time suits you. Evaleen’s dates: Thursdays: 10th July, 24th July, 7th Aug, 21st Aug, 4th Sept 8-10pm Irish/UK Time All sessions take place online on Zoom. ** If selecting a payment plan then please ensure you keep up to date with your payments. All payments must be completed before access to course is granted

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How Autistic Minds Work

€ 30.00 – € 200.00

Much that gets written about Autistics focuses on description, of traits, of ‘symptoms,’ of ‘behaviours,’ of likes and dislikes, of abilities and impairments. This is akin to describing the exterior of a house while remaining oblivious to how that building functions as a home to live in. Join us to explore the How and Why behind the ways Autistic people think, feel, imagine, hope, and how that plays out in real life scenarios. This course is ideal for parents, teachers, SNAs & therapists, but would also be useful for Autistic adults Course length 2hrs 30mins Investment includes certificate of completion, lifetime access and presentation slides.
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Include digital book- the Neurodiversity Program for schools and clubs

€ 32.50

A wonderful program for schools and clubs who are committed to promoting Neurodiversity and Inclusion with children aged 5 to 12 yrs Order now for immediate download. The book will appear in your account under "my downloads".

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Include digital book- the Neurodiversity Program for schools and clubs (IRISH language version)

€ 32.50

We are delighted to offer our INCLUDE program 'as gaeilge'.
Clár do scoileanna agus do chlubanna leis an Néara-éagsúlacht a chothú agus a chur chun cinn le páistí san aoisghrúpa 5 - 12 bliain d'aois (nó thart air sin)
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Include- the Neurodiversity Program for schools and clubs

€ 36.50

A wonderful program for schools and clubs who are committed to promoting Neurodiversity and Inclusion with children aged 5 to 12 yrs **Orders may take up to 2 weeks to arrive from the day of order presently

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Interoception: The Internal Sense

€ 30.00 – € 200.00

Our Interoception course is delivered by Katie Kerley. Katie is an occupational therapist and Clinical Director of Horizon Therapy Services in Dundalk. She is multiply-neurodivergent (Autisitc, ADHD, and Dyspraxic) herself and is passionate about helping neurodivergent people be the best and most satisfied version of themselves through the lens of meaningful occupation. In our Interoception course we will explore this lesser known sense. Ideal for Neurodivergent people and parents/caregivers of Neurodivergent children, or anyone who is interested generally. Course Length 2hrs 30mins €30 includes access to the recording, cert and slides
Once you complete this on-demand course you will receive a certificate of completion. Please ensure you enter your name correctly as the name you enter will appear on your certificate. If using this course for a group training please enter the name of the organisation as only one certificate will be provided.

If you require additional certificates please email us and we will provide them to you. Individual certs incur an administrative fee of €5 per cert.

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Konnect 1 – Digital

€ 16.50
This is the first in a series of 3 social skills books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 4 onwards. It offers ways to self advocate. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us. Many social skills program unfortunately encourage children to mask , which in turn leads to poor mental health. This book is a celebration of our way of communicating and an introduction to non-autistic communication. It encourages positive identity and self confidence. What topics do we cover?

Worry Words

Things to talk about

Body Language

Reading Facial Expressions

Direct Speech v Indirect Speech

My Feelings

Mixed Messages

Tone of Voice

Making Friends

Conversations

The Digital version is available in the following formats: PDF & epub Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here
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Konnect 1 Social Skills Book 2023 Edition

€ 18.50

NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirmng than ever! The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Support self advocacy skills, build confidence and develop your own understanding too. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child

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Konnect 1 Social Skills Book-2023 Edition-Digital

€ 16.50 – € 150.00

NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirmng than ever! The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child

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Konnect 2

€ 17.50
This activity book is the second in a series of 3 activity books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 6 onwards. What topics do we look at in this book?

Trying New Things

Joining In

Conversations

Mixed Messages

My Feelings

Friendship

Teamwork

Vocal Volume

Standing up for Myself

Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here
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Konnect 2 – Digital

€ 14.00
This activity book is the second in a series of 3 activity books designed to help kids explore how we communicate and how others communicate. It is suitable for kids aged 6 onwards. What topics do we look at in this book?

Trying New Things

Joining In

Conversations

Mixed Messages

My Feelings

Friendship

Teamwork

Vocal Volume

Standing up for Myself

The Digital version is available in the following formats: PDF Author, Evaleen talks you through her books here
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Konnect 2 Social Skills Book 2023 Edition

€ 18.50

NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirming than ever! The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child

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Konnect 2 Social Skills Book-2023 Edition – Digital

€ 16.50 – € 150.00

NEW, Revamped and more neuro-affirming than ever! The very best way to support Autistic kids socially. Unlike most social skills books written by people who are not Autistic and do not understand Autistic communication, this book does not encourage children to mimic or copy communication which is not natural to us Autistic people. This is- the best thing you can do for your Autistic child

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