Understanding ADHD and Autism for Dads - FREE 6 WEEK COURSE IN ST ALBANS

ADD-vance

An introductory course for fathers of children aged 5 to 14 yrs with  a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of ADHD and/or Autism.

Sopwell Family Centre

ADD-vance Parent Courses

All of our training is provided by two specialist and fully qualified trainers.  Trainers are also ‘experts by experience’. We all have Autistic and/or ADHD children and many of us have a diagnosis ourselves!

Who is this course for?Fathers and male carers of children aged 5-14 yrs (or 4 yrs and already in reception) with a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of ADHD and/or Autism.Every course is bespoke to the needs of each group. Learning outcomes include:<ul><li>Understanding ADHD, Autism and related conditions</li><li>Building your child's self-esteem</li><li>Understanding anxiety and anger triggers</li><li>Reducing meltdowns and other behaviours which challenge</li><li>Developing positive behaviour strategies</li><li>Working collaboratively with school</li><li>Knowing your rights and how to advocate for your child</li><li>Reducing your own stress levels</li><li>Managing the needs of siblings</li><li>Improving communication as a family</li><li>Connecting with other dads and sharing experiences</li><li>Signposting to useful resources and local support networks.</li></ul>When and where will the course take place?On Wednesdays from 17th September to 22nd October 2025, 7 - 9 pm.This course will be delivered face to face in St Albans with a maximum of 14 participants.It will run as a series of 6 x 2 hour sessions over 6 weeks. All sessions must be attended.** This course is funded by Hertfordshire County Council's Targeted Parenting Fund and is open to residents of Hertfordshire only **