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This PALS module gives the participants an understanding of the part that interpersonal skills play in communication and in forming and maintaining relationships and friendships. Some of the areas covered include: saying thank you, how to disagree politely, apologising if you feel it’s required and being heard and feeling included in conversations. A primary focus of this in-person group is to encourage the participants to generalise the skills they are learning with each other and to develop an understanding of interpersonal skills in building positive relationships with others. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

This PALS module is delivered in-person at the Shine Centre and starts on Thursday 13th March, 2025 from 4pm -5pm.

Module 1:  13/03/2025 – 4pm

  1. Being right while also being included.
  2. Correcting others or letting things go.
  3. Expressing our opinion without hurting the feelings of others.

Module 2:  20/03/2025 – 4pm

  1. Looking at apologies.
  2. When is an apology needed?
  3. How to give and accept an apology.

Module 3:   27/03/25 – 4pm

  1. Saying thank you.
  2. Why is saying thank you important and when is it needed?
  3. How to thank another person properly.

Module 4:  03/04/25 – 4pm

  1. Laughing with someone rather than laughing at someone.
  2. How do we tell the difference?
  3. How should we respond?
  4. How can we disagree without arguing?

Module 5:  10/04/25/25 – 4pm

  1. Being tactful – what does that mean?
  2. How honest is too honest?
  3. When is the right time to be honest and not hurt others feelings?

How it works:

This programme is delivered in-person at the Shine Centre.

]]> PALS: Interpersonal Skills (Online) https://educate.shineireland.com/course/pals-interpersonal-skills-online/ Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:21:06 +0000 https://educate.shineireland.com/?post_type=product&p=4973 PALS: Interpersonal Skills (Online) Read More »

]]> This PALS module gives the participant an understanding of the part that interpersonal skills play in communication and in forming and maintaining relationships and friendships. Some of the areas covered include: saying thank you, how to disagree politely and without an argument, apologising when we feel its required and being heard and feeling included in conversations.These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

This PALS module is delivered online and starts on Tuesday 04th March, 2025. 

Module 1:  04/03/2025 – 3.30pm

  1. Being right versus being included.
  2. Correcting others or letting it go.

Module 2:  11/03/2025 – 3.30pm

  1. Looking at apologies.
  2. When is an apology needed?
  3. How to say sorry if required..

Module 3:   18/03/2025 – 3.30pm

  1. Saying thank you.
  2. When is saying thank you needed?
  3. How to thank another person properly.

Module 4:  25/03/25 – 3.30pm

  1. Laughing with someone rather than laughing at someone.
  2. How do we tell the difference?
  3. How should we respond?

Module 5:  01/04/25/25 – 3.30pm

  1. Being tactful – what does that mean?
  2. How honest is too honest?
  3. When is the right time to be honest and not hurt others feelings?

Module 6: 08/04/25 – 3.30pm

  1. Disagreements with friends.
  2. How can we disagree without arguing?
  3. Expressing our opinion without hurting the feelings of others. ?

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

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]]> The PALS module on friendship is now available in-person. This is a five week programme focusing on understanding what a friend is, the responsibilities of being a friend, online friendships and the levels of relationships we have with others. (See module details below).

Each module takes approximately 1 hour. A maximum of six children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

Venue: The Shine Centre, Carrigaline Co Cork

Module 1: (Week 1) – 16/01/25 at 4pm

  • What is a friend?
  • How do we recognise a friend?
  • How do we know if we are a friend to someone else?

Module 2: (Week 2) – 23/01/25 at 4pm

  • The responsibilities of being a friend.
  • What are those responsibilities?
  • How do we recognise and uphold those responsibilities?

Module 3: (Week 3) – 30/01/25 at 4pm

  • What are online friendships?
  • Who are our friends online?
  • How do we know they are a friend?

Module 4: (Week 4) – 06/02/25 at 4pm

  • Responsibilities of online friendships
  • Cyberbullying
  • Keeping your personal details/information safe.

Module 5: (Week 5)- 13/02/25 at 4pm

  • The 4 levels of relationships with others.
  • What are those levels of relationships and why do they matter?
  • How do we recognise the level of a friendship and act accordingly?

How it works:

This programme is delivered in-person in the Shine Centre.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Sirli Sademe. Sirli  has over 5  years experience working with autistic children and is a qualified presenter on the PALS programme.

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Please note that the participants in this module must have completed the Conversation Skills 1 module before undertaking this course. 

This PALS module follows on from the Conversation Skills 1 modules and continues to build on the foundational elements of starting, maintaining and ending a conversation.  It identifies the key building blocks of a conversation and their importance of  individual social development. This 5 module programme starts with the importance of staying on topic.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom.  These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-13  years old with good receptive language skills.

 

Course Dates:

Module 1: (Week 1) – 22/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • Why is it so important to stay on topic?
  • How do we make sure that we stay on topic?

Module 2: (Week 2) – 05/11/24 at 3.30pm

  • Why is our voice so important in conversation?
  • How do we make sure that we are using our voice correctly in conversation?

Module 3: (Week 3) – 12/11/24 at 3.30pm

  • How to disagree (nicely).

Module 4: (Week 4) – 19/11/24 at 3.30pm

  • Honesty.
  • What are White Lies ?

Module 5: (Week 5)- 26/11/24 at 3.30pm

  • Interrupting.
  • How is interrupting different from commenting?

 

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

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]]> Conversation Skills 1:

 

This PALS module covers the development of conversation skills. It identifies the key building blocks of a conversation and their importance in individual social development. This 5 module programme starts with the fundamentals of starting a conversation and works through the areas of listening, asking and responding to questions, commenting and sensitive topics. A summary sheets is sent after each session with recommendations for ongoing community practice.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of five children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-13  years old  with good receptive language skills.

Course Dates:

Module 1: (Week 1) – 17/09/24 at 3.30pm

  • Starting a conversation with someone you know
  • Chit-chat

Module 2: (Week 2) – 24/09/24 at 3.30pm

  • Listening
  • Turn Taking
  • Asking Questions
  • Monologging

Module 3: (Week 3) – 01/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • Other people’s questions
  • Why, when, where, how
  • Responding

Module 4: (Week 4) – 08/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are comments?
  • Why are comments important?
  • Appropriate comments

Module 5: (Week 5)- 15/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are sensitive topics?
  • Recognising sensitive topics.
  • Starting and ending a conversation.

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

 

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STRESS:

The PALS module on Stress is now available online.  (See module details below). Children are under more stress now more than ever. This module will explore and explain stress, recognising the signs and taking steps to relieve it independently. Explanations are concrete and cognisant of the autistic experience . There are 5 sessions in this module.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of six children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-13 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

Module 1: (Week 1) – 19/11/24 at 4.30pm

  • What are emotions?
  • Positive & Negative Emotions.
  • What is stress?

Module 2: (Week 2) – 26/11/24 at 4.30pm

  • What are the signs of stress ?
  • How do we recognise stress (Body & Mind)?

Module 3: (Week 3) – 03/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • When stress becomes a problem?
  • When stress makes it hard to cope.

Module 4: (Week 4) – 10/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • Knowing what triggers my stress.
  • How can I recognise it and help myself?

Module 5: (Week 5)- 17/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • Dealing with stress the physical way.
  • Dealing with stress the mental way.

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

 

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This PALS module covers the development of conversation skills. It identifies the key building blocks of a conversation and their importance in individual social development. This 6 module programme starts with the fundamentals of starting a conversation and works through the areas of listening, asking and responding to questions, commenting and sensitive topics. A summary sheets is sent after each session with recommendations for ongoing community practice.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of five children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14  years old  with good receptive language skills.

Course Dates:

Module 1: (Week 1) – 17/09/24 at 3.30pm

  • Starting a conversation with someone you know
  • Chit-chat

Module 2: (Week 2) – 24/09/24 at 3.30pm

  • Listening
  • Turn Taking
  • Asking Questions
  • Monologging

Module 3: (Week 3) – 01/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • Other people’s questions
  • Why, when, where, how
  • Responding

Module 4: (Week 4) – 08/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are comments?
  • Why are comments important?
  • Appropriate comments

Module 5: (Week 5)- 15/10/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are sensitive topics?
  • Recognising sensitive topics.
  • Starting and ending a conversation.

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

 

]]> Conversation Skills 1- 04th June 2024 https://educate.shineireland.com/course/conversation-skills-1/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:29:32 +0000 https://educate.shineireland.com/?post_type=product&p=4809 Conversation Skills 1- 04th June 2024 Read More »

]]> Conversation Skills 1:

 

This PALS module covers the development of conversation skills. It identifies the key building blocks of a conversation and their importance in individual social development. This 6 module programme starts with the fundamentals of starting a conversation and works through the areas of listening, asking and responding to questions, commenting and sensitive topics. A summary sheets is sent after each session with recommendations for ongoing community practice.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of five children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14  years old  with good receptive language skills.

Course Dates:

Module 1: (Week 1) – 04/06/24 at 3.30pm

  • Starting a conversation with someone you know
  • Chit-chat

Module 2: (Week 2) – 11/06/24 at 3.30pm

  • Listening
  • Turn Taking
  • Asking Questions
  • Monologging

Module 3: (Week 3) – 18/06/24 at 3.30pm

  • Other people’s questions
  • Why, when, where, how
  • Responding

Module 4: (Week 4) – 25/06/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are comments?
  • Why are comments important?
  • Appropriate comments

Module 5: (Week 5)- 02/07/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are sensitive topics?
  • Why are some topics sensitive?
  • Recognising sensitive topics.

Module 6: (Week 6)- 09/07/24 at 3.30pm

  • Starting and ending a conversation.

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

 

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]]> PALS – Personal & Life Skills Programme:

 

The PALS module on friendship is now available online. This is a five week programme focusing on understanding what a friend is, the responsibilities of being a friend, online friendships and the levels of relationships we have with others. (See module details below).

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of five children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 10-14 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

Module 1: (Week 1) – 30/04/24 at 3.30pm

  • What is a friend?
  • How do we recognise a friend?
  • How do we know if we are a friend to someone else?

Module 2: (Week 2) – 07/05/24 at 3.30pm

  • The responsibilities of being a friend.
  • What are those responsibilities?
  • How do we recognise and uphold those responsibilities?

Module 3: (Week 3) – 14/05/24 at 3.30pm

  • What are online friendships?
  • Who are our friends online?
  • How do we know they are a friend?

Module 4: (Week 4) – 21/05/24 at 3.30pm

  • Responsibilities of online friendships
  • Cyberbullying
  • Keeping your personal details/information safe.

Module 5: (Week 5)- 28/05/24 at 3.30pm

  • The 4 levels of relationships with others.
  • What are those levels of relationships and why do they matter?
  • How do we recognise the level of a friendship and act accordingly?

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

]]> Module – Stress Management (Commencing November 2024) https://educate.shineireland.com/course/module-stress-management-sept-2022/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:06:14 +0000 https://shineireland.com/educate/?post_type=product&p=4552 Module – Stress Management (Commencing November 2024) Read More »

]]> PALS – Personal & Life Skills Programme:

STRESS:

The PALS module on Stress is now available online.  (See module details below). Children are under more stress now more than ever. This module will explore and explain stress, recognising the signs and taking steps to relieve it independently. Explanations are concrete and cognisant of the autistic experience . There are 5 sessions in this module.

Each module takes approximately 45 minutes and is delivered via zoom. A maximum of six children will participate in the sessions. These modules are aimed at children between the ages between 9-13 years old with  with good receptive language skills.

Module 1: (Week 1) – 19/11/24 at 4.30pm

  • What are emotions?
  • Positive & Negative Emotions.
  • What is stress?

Module 2: (Week 2) – 26/11/24 at 4.30pm

  • What are the signs of stress ?
  • How do we recognise stress (Body & Mind)?

Module 3: (Week 3) – 03/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • When stress becomes a problem?
  • When stress makes it hard to cope.

Module 4: (Week 4) – 10/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • Knowing what triggers my stress.
  • How can I recognise it and help myself?

Module 5: (Week 5)- 17/12/24 at 4.30pm

  • Dealing with stress the physical way.
  • Dealing with stress the mental way.

How it works:

This programme is delivered online. A weekly zoom link will be sent in advance and we would ask that the participants would log into the programme a few minutes in advance of the start. A quiet space without noise and other distractions is also conducive to getting the most from the programme.

Who will deliver this course?

The course will be delivered by Grace Crowley. Grace has over 10 years experience working with autistic children and has been a presenter on the PALS programme since 2018. Grace was also a key contributor in the development of the online version of the PALS programme.

 

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