Autism Swim Introductory Bundle
RLSSWA002
$70
Was $100
Please note these modules are completed fully online, and can be done at any time. The listed timeslot and date are for registration purposes only and do not impact the completion of the modules which are done in your own time.
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Autism Swim is a global leader in neurodiversity and aquatics, dedicated to preventing wandering and drowning among individuals on the autism spectrum and those with specific learning needs.
Special offer for Royal Life Saving WA Members! As part of our partnership with Autism Swim we are offering 30% off the Introductory Bundle for a limited time only!
Developed by leading Behaviour Support Specialists, Occupational Therapists, and Exercise Physiologists, Autism Swim offers learning modules and a world-first certification to empower aquatic providers with the knowledge, skills, resources, and confidence to deliver truly inclusive aquatic programs.
This Introductory Bundle contains 3 modules:
Module 1: Communication
- Understanding varying communication styles and preferences
- Understand the different between receptive and expressive communication
- Identify strategies to promote successful communication before, during and after aquatic activities
- Utilise respectful and empowering communication when working with swimmers who have limited verbalisations
- Understand how, when and why to use visual supports in swimming lessons to ensure positive aquatic experiences
Module 2: Behaviour Support
- Understand that all behaviour is functional
- Understand the four functions of behaviour
- Identify and gather information relating to participant behaviour needs
- Identify and gather data to assist with understanding behaviours
- Acknowledge and explain the reasons why punishment is not an effective behaviour support strategy
- Utilise positive behaviour support strategies when responding to behaviours
- Understand task analysis and how changing levels of assistance can be a measure of progress
- Identify strategies to motivate participants, teach new skills and to reduce behaviours of concern during aquatics
Module 3: Neurodiversity and Aquatics
- Explain the physical, cognitive, social and emotional benefits of swimming and aquatic programs
- Acknowledge the increased drowning statistics for participants on the autism spectrum and other Neurodiverse participants, and some of the associated reasons why
- Identify and use relevant swimming aids and sensory tools during aquatic sessions
- Identify when and when not to use flotation devices during aquatic sessions to promote independence
- Utilise enrolment forms and initial assessment processes appropriate for Neurodiverse participants