Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Copyright
  • 2

    Module 1: Introduction to Neurodiversity by Dr Cathryn Knight and Dr Felicity Sedgewick

    • Lesson 1: Introduction to Neurodivergence

    • Quiz 1 - Dr Cathryn Knight & Dr Felicity Sedgewick Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: Types of Neurodivergence

    • Quiz 2 - Dr Cathryn Knight & Dr Felicity Sedgewick Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Practical Strategies When Working With Neurodivergent People

    • Quiz 3 - Dr Cathryn Knight & Dr Felicity Sedgewick Lesson 3

    • Useful Resources
  • 3

    Module 2: Sensory Processing Disorders by Debby Lucken

    • Lesson 1: Introduction to Sensory Processing Disorder

    • Quiz 1: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: What to consider when working with SPD kids and dogs

    • Quiz 2: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Sensory Processing – Dogs Treats

    • Quiz 3: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: Sensory Processing - Harnesses and Leads

    • Quiz 4: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 4

    • Lesson 5: Sensory Processing - Fur

    • Quiz 5: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 5

    • Lesson 6: Sensory Processing - Toys

    • Quiz 6: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 6

    • Lesson 7: Sensory Processing - Trigger Stacking, consequences and regulations

    • Quiz 7: Debby Lucken SPD - Lesson 7

    • Useful Resources

    • SPD Infographics
  • 4

    Module 3: Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria by Debby Lucken

    • Lesson 1: What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.mp4

    • Quiz 1: Debby Lucken - Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: The Parents

    • Quiz 2: Debby Lucken - Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: What happens when there is a dog

    • Quiz 3: Debby Lucken - Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: RSD Kids and their dogs

    • Quiz 4: Debby Lucken - Lesson 4

    • Useful Resources
  • 5

    Module 4: Understanding and Supporting Communication by Lesley Forrester

    • Lesson 1: Communication

    • Quiz 1 - Lesley Forrester Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: Strengths, needs and differences in communication, styles and communication skills

    • Quiz 2 - Lesley Forrester Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Benefits of working with dogs for neurodivergent children

    • Quiz 3 - Lesley Forrest Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: Strategies and activities

    • Quiz 4 - Lesley Forrester Lesson 4

    • Useful Resources

    • Useful files
  • 6

    Module 5: Neurodiversity and Canine Companionship by Aimee Gardiner

    • Lesson 1: Neurodivergent kids and dogs - video 1

    • Lesson 2: Considerations for Neurodivergent Children and Dogs - Video 2

    • Quiz 1 - Aimee Gardiner Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3 : Dogs for Neurodivergent children by Aimee Gardiner video 3

    • Quiz 2 - Aimee Gardiner Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4 : Trainer Considerations by Aimee Gardiner video 4

    • Quiz 3 - Aimee Gardiner Lesson 4

    • Lesson 5: How to make your sessions more accessible for ND kids by Aimee Gardiner video 5

    • Quiz 4 - Aimee Gardiner Lesson 5

    • Lesson 6: Assistance Dogs for Neurodivergent Children by Aimee Gardiner Video 6

    • Quiz 5: Aimee Gardiner Lesson 6

    • Useful Resources
  • 7

    Module 6: Animal Assisted Play Therapy by Dr Mary Rottier

    • Lesson 1: Introduction to AAPT

    • Quiz 1 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: Introduction to Neurodivergence

    • Quiz 2 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Dog Selection

    • Quiz 3 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: Dog Training

    • Quiz 4 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 4

    • Lesson 5: Differences and Strategies in AAPT

    • Quiz 5 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 5

    • Lesson 6: Goals and Benefits of AAPT

    • Quiz 6 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 6

    • Lesson 7: Examples of AAPT Sessions

    • Quiz 7 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 7

    • Lesson 8: Ethical Considerations and Conclusion

    • Quiz 8 - Dr Mary Rottier Lesson 8

    • Useful resources
  • 8

    Module 7: Dog Bereavement, Helping Neurodivergent Kids To Grieve by Debby Lucken

    • Lesson 1: Grief

    • Quiz 1: Debby Lucken Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: How to tell the kids

    • Quiz 2: Debby Lucken Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Do's and Don'ts

    • Quiz 3: Debby Lucken Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: What you need to know

    • Quiz 4: Debby Lucken Lesson 4

    • Lesson 5: How to help out

    • Quiz 5: Debby Lucken Lesson 5

    • Useful Resources

    • Module 7 Activities
  • 9

    Module 8: Get Your Business in the Press by Rachel Spencer

    • Lesson 1: Why it’s important to get the word out

    • Quiz 1: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 1

    • Lesson 2: How to raise your profile

    • Quiz 2: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 2

    • Lesson 3: Building Connections

    • Quiz 3: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 3

    • Lesson 4: Story Ideas

    • Quiz 4: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 4

    • Lesson 5: How to write a pitch

    • Quiz 5: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 5

    • Lesson 6: How to write your press release

    • Quiz 6: Rachel Spencer - Lesson 6
  • 10

    A word from Parents of ND kids

    • Natalie, Mark and Beau (11)

    • Amy & Minnie (8) - Aimee Gardiner's clients