Attention Autism® Foundation Level Training — Register Your Interest

We’re bringing 2-day, face-to-face Attention Autism® training to schools in West Yorkshire (Leeds, Bradford, Keighley) in early 2026.
Let us know you’re interested so we can confirm the best location and dates.

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What is Attention Autism®?

Attention Autism® is a practical, engaging approach that develops attention, communication and social interaction for children.
This 2-day Foundation Level course is designed for professionals supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.

You’ll gain hands-on experience and practical tools to deliver motivating, structured sessions that improve engagement and learning outcomes.

What You’ll Learn

Day 1

Stages 1 & 2: Building Attention and Engagement

  • Understanding the Attention Autism® framework and its four stages

  • Learning how to create irresistible, visually supported activities

  • Practising delivery of attention-building sessions that sustain focus

Day 2

Stages 3 & 4: Shifting Attention and Interaction

  • Encouraging shared attention and turn-taking

  • Supporting transitions and managing group attention

  • Developing social communication through structured play and activities

  • Creating and adapting resources for your own setting

Certification

All participants receive the Attention Autism® Foundation Level Certificate on completion.

* Refreshments provided • Please bring your own lunch.

Who Should Attend

Teachers • SENCOs • Teaching Assistants • Early Years Practitioners • Speech & Language Therapists • Support Staff

Anyone working with children who need support in attention, communication and social interaction.

How It Works

We’re currently gauging interest to decide where and when to run our next sessions.
Join the waitlist and tell us:

  • which area you’re based in,

  • how many staff may attend,

  • and which school term would work best for your team.

Once we know where demand is strongest, we’ll confirm venue options and dates.

No payment is needed now — this simply helps us plan locations and notify you first when booking opens.

Join the Waitlist

FAQs

  • No — joining the waitlist simply tells us you’re interested. You’ll be notified first when dates and booking open.

  • Venues will be selected based on demand in Leeds, Bradford and Keighley areas.

  • Caroline Mpiana, Speech & Language Therapist and certified Attention Autism® Advanced Practitioner at Hummingbird SLT.

  • Yes — all participants who complete both days receive the official Attention Autism® Foundation Level Certificate.