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November Members Lunch Box - Learning and Teaching: Autism Spectrum Disorder

23 Nov 2026
Webinar, ONLINE

November Members Lunch Box: Learning and Teaching: Autism Spectrum Disorder

PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR MEMBERS' LUNCHBOX WEBINARS HAVE LIMITED SPACES FOR THE LIVE EVENT. 
IF YOU DON'T THINK YOU CAN ATTEND LIVE ON MONDAY 23rd November, 2026. PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING YOUR SPOT TO ANOTHER MEMBER WHO CAN! REMEMBER YOU CAN STILL ACCESS THE RECORDING FROM OUR MEMBERS' LUNCHBOX RECORDING PAGE AFTER THE EVENT HAS OCCURRED AND YOU WILL RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION


Presented by:  Kay Schlesinger

Overview

RTOs need to be able to demonstrate how they foster an inclusive training environment for diverse learners.

Let’s explore ways you can work positively with your ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) learners by making some straightforward adjustments to your practice.

Join Kay Schlesinger to investigate smart ways to include a diverse range of students in the learning experience. This session is designed to create initial educator awareness around ASD.

It investigates both learner and educator experiences and presents practical strategies for educators to empower learners with ASD.

Key topics covered within the webinar

  • An introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • ASD and innovation
  • Learning challenges for students with ASD
  • The insights of learners/educators with ASD
  • Strategies to empower learners with ASD
  • Reflective Practice

Please note* To protect the integrity of the session, the use of AI notetakers or any third-party recording tools is not permitted. Click here if you would like to find out more.

NB. Can't make the session?

We send out all electronic resources to registrants within 48 hours of the session closure. All Velg Training Webinars are scheduled in AEST (QLD time) - Please check your timezone before logging onto the online training session.

Date & Time

Monday 19th October 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm (AEST – QLD)

Other time zones:
1:00pm – 2:00pm (AEDT: NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
12:30pm – 1:30pm (ACDT: SA)
11:30am – 12:30pm (ACST: NT)
10:00am – 11:00am (AWST: WA)

Reminder - as a Velg Training Member, you can book a Free Monthly Compliance Chat. For more information   CLICK HERE


Who should attend

Anyone looking to upskill in practical strategies to empower learners with ASD:

  • VET Teachers
  • Trainers/Assessors
  • Heads of Faculty/Department/Area Managers
  • Curriculum Developers/L&D Managers

What to expect

Presented by Kay Schlesinger you will be provided with the following resources after the event:

  • PowerPoint (in PDF format)
  • Recording of the webinar (three months access)
  • Additional electronic resources
  • Electronic Statement of Attendance

Presenters

Kay Schlesinger

CEO/RTO Owner

Kay Schlesinger is an education consultant and instructional coach with 40+ years cross‑sector experience in VET, Higher Education, Primary and Secondary Schools, VDSS and Industry.

Kay has presented to VELG, VDC, AVETRA, TAFE Directors, Australian Council of Deans, the Senior Secondary Pathways Reform Taskforce, The Victorian Skills Authority, Department of Education, over 18 TAFES, Higher Education organisations, schools and varied Industry contexts.

In 2020 Kay was awarded an International Specialised Skills Institute fellowship by the Department of Education and Training for her impactful and innovative work with new educators She has also led design, implementation and review across five versions of the TAE Training Package and advised the Department of Education on educator qualifications and professional learning.

Kay works continually to actively engage educators and leaders by modelling exemplary practice and using innovative teaching and learning strategies that can easily be adapted and ultimately transform learners’ experiences. Her work bridges research and practice to improve outcomes for learners and the organisations that serve them.

Program

Monday, 23 November 2026

11:45am (AEST:QLD) - 12:00pm (AEST: QLD) Join Time Audio Test
12:00pm (AEST: QLD) - 1:00pm (AEST: QLD) Webinar

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