Great and Little Shelford Primary – PDA for Educators

CPD accredited – Online training

About This Course

This 4-hour, CPD-certified course is designed for educators working with learners aged 5–16 who have a PDA profile of autism — whether formally diagnosed, self-identified, or exploring the profile.

Traditional autism approaches often fall short for PDA learners. This course explores flexible, relationship-based frameworks rooted in trust, collaboration, and curiosity — offering practical strategies that actually work.

Who Is It For?

Ideal for staff in:

• Mainstream schools

• SEN settings

• Autism-specific schools

• Tutors supporting PDA students

Course Overview

• Understanding the PDA profile of autism

• What demands are — and how they’re experienced

• Insights into the PDA perspective

• Collaborative, trust-based approaches

• Good practice in schools and classrooms

• Practical strategies and reasonable adjustments

• Masking, sensory differences, and emotional regulation

• Supporting progress and demonstrating learning

• Where to go for further support

Practical Details

• Ticket holders will all receive access to a recording of this training for 14 days.

• All resources and materials shared during any live training event are © PDA Society. They are provided for the personal use of attendees only and must not be copied, shared, or distributed outside of the session, nor used to deliver training without prior written permission from the PDA Society. Please see our training hub terms and conditions.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact:
training.support@pdasociety.org.uk