This day course will provide an introduction to special educational needs.
Topics include the role of the special educational needs co-ordinator.
High Wycombe, Bucks. 10am to 4pm. Cost 49. Contact CJ Associates on 07802 427 074.
24 August. Preparation for the written examination
This seminar by Montessori Centre International gives Early Childhood and Nursery Foundation students a chance to revise and practise exam questions covering both of the set papers.
Montessori Centre International, 18 Balderton Street, London. 10am to 4pm.
Cost 45. Contact the Centre on 020 7493 0165.
7 September. A world of difference
This two-day international conference by the National Autistic Society in partnership with the Autism Research Centre considers the personal experiences of living with autism, as well as professional perspectives on a wide range of issues.
Novotel London West Hotel, Hammersmith, London. Cost from 225.
Contact Meeting Point Conferences on 020 8334 6517 or book online at www.autism2002.com.
10 September. The Criminal Justice Bill
This conference examines the wide-ranging measures in the Bill, aimed at increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the criminal justice process in Scotland.
Caledonian Hilton, Edinburgh. Cost from 152.75. Contact Neil Stewart Associates on 020 7689 8808 or book online at www.neilstewartassociates.com/ss109.
13 September. Children's rights
This conference by Pavilion takes a practical approach towards the application of current good practice on children's rights. It aims to help professionals working with children to ensure they are fulfilling their legal obligations towards the children in their care.
ORT House Conference Centre, London NW1. Cost from 135.12. Contact Pavilion on 01273 623 222 or book online at www.pavpub.com.
13 and 14 September. The Early Years and Primary Teaching Exhibition
Sponsored by Nursery World Scotland, TES Scotland and TES Primary, this event offers early years professionals the chance to test and compare the latest services and equipment, books and information technology in their field, as well as to choose from a stimulating programme of seminars conducted by expert speakers.
Thistle Hotel, Cambridge Street, Glasgow. 10am to 4.30pm. Admission free.
Contact Laurie Rose on 020 7782 3055.
