Working with fathers
A two-day training course that builds skills and confidence in working with fathers.
Edinburgh. Cost: from 140. Contact Alison Rowan on 0131 222 2405, arowan@childreninscotland.org.uk
11 and 12 November
Early signs of autism in the first year of life
A two-day workshop exploring different research on early signs of communication disorders.
London. Cost: 190 for both days. Call 020 7433 3112 or visit www.infantmentalhealth.com
13-14 and 20-21 November
Doula training course
A City & Guilds accredited course to train women who have had at least one baby to support other women and their families during and after birth.
London. Cost 350. Contact British Doulas on 020 7244 6053 or visit www.britishdoulas.co.uk.
17 November
Dyspraxia
An overview of the complexities of dyspraxia and its effects on learning.
The Scottish Centre for children with Motor Impairments, Craighalbert Centre, Glasgow. Cost 85. Tel: 01236 456100
17-19 November
Parenting matters
A three-day course supporting men and women as parents and equipping them to understand children's behaviour and needs.
Edinburgh. Cost: from 170. Contact Steve Glover on 0131 222 2426, sglover@childreninscotland.org.uk.
18 November
Creating and understanding verbal language within a framework of shapes and colours: a multisensory approach
Teaching methods to introduce children with impaired auditory perceptions and conceptual skills to patterns in language.
London. Cost 140. Book online at www.ican.org.uk/professionaldevelopment or telephone 0845 225 4073 for more information.
