LEGO® Based Therapy Facilitator Certification Training

What is LEGO® Based Therapy?

LEGO® Based Therapy is an evidence-based, play-based, social communication and development program, pioneered by paediatric neuropsychologist Dr. Daniel LeGoff in the mid 1990's (LeGoff et al, 2014). It is a child led, gentle and fun way of helping children develop social communication skills.

LEGO® Based Therapy is a strengths-based program that works by teaching children observation and adaptability skills. Research shows that children who participate in LEGO® Based Therapy programs respond more positively to this approach than to any other traditional form of intervention. Children learn to look to each other for information, support and are able to build relationships in a safe and respectful environment.

LEGO® Based Therapy is used to support children who experience a range of communication and social developmental challenges and is proven to be an effective therapy intervention for Autistic children, children with other neurodevelopmental conditions and children who experience Anxiety disorders, Phobias, Adjustment disorders and Depression. LEGO® Based Therapy provides children with the tools they need to adapt how they communicate and interact with others in a positive way.

Benefits of LEGO® Based Therapy

• Reduce problem behaviours.
• Improves critical thinking.
• Improves and promotes social communication & interaction.
• Builds and helps to maintain friendships.
• Improves confidence and emotional wellbeing in the participant.
• Improves social competence.
• Increases sense of belonging.
• Improves family relationships (when running as a parent-implemented program).
• Improves teamwork.
• Improves adaptability and coping skills.
• Promotes collaborative problem solving.
• Develops fine motor skills.
• Develops memory skills.
• Develops language concepts (Descriptive & Positional).

Who can deliver LEGO® Based Therapy?

Whilst anyone can offer LEGO® building as free play sessions, only persons formally trained and certified in the approach can implement LEGO® Based Therapy. Persons without certified training are not qualified to be delivering any program with a "Therapy" aspect.

The NDIS code of conduct also dictates that all persons working within the NDIS space hold the necessary training, competence and formal qualifications to deliver the supports and services they deliver. Not only is this a requirement under the NDIS 'Code of Conduct', but it is also a requirement under the professional practice standards for all allied health / health professionals. Ref: NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, The NDIS Code of Conduct, March 2019.

Why Use LEGO® Based Therapy?

Through LEGO® Based Therapy, children learn to communicate, express their feelings, learn various ways of relating to others, modify their behaviour and develop problem-solving skills. It does not attempt to make Autistic / Neurodivergent children communicate more typically, but instead, provides them with the tools to adapt how they communicate.

The LEGO® system is a highly organised, systematic, and predictable toy, therefore highly motivating for children as the unpredictable and ever-changing concepts that occur during other types of free play are removed. This very nature of the LEGO® building system allows children to feel calm, regulated and engaged.

Learning Outcomes

Our LEGO® Based Therapy 'Facilitator Certification' Course is unique and is the only one of its kind, as our LEGO® Based Therapy training program has been adapted and further developed and, is aimed at teaching health / allied health practitioners, allied health assistants, counsellors, teachers, educators, support workers, parents and carers about LEGO® Based Therapy and how to successfully implement and run your own LEGO® Based Therapy programs in your setting with ease. You will learn the core fundamental processes, advanced application techniques and supporting theories.

Course Inclusions

• Enrolment activated within 48hrs of purchase. (If you book a course scheduled to commence within 7 days of purchase, no waiting for weeks to commence your training! NB: If you book a course for a future enrolment date your enrolment will be activated 48-72 hrs. prior to the date you have selected for enrolment).
• 24/7 Online Access to our training / education portal, allowing you to undertake the course at your own pace in your own time. Access granted for a period of 3 months.
• Full training manual (Download).
• Five comprehensive, jam-packed interactive training modules.
• Ongoing access support with program facilitator (if required).

Plus, a bonus $250.00- value of included free resources (listed below)

• Free Downloadable Resources and Templates.
• Free NDIS & Intake Assessment Templates.
• Digital Facilitator Badge (For you to display on your email signature and website).
• Free Lifetime Facilitator Directory Listing on our 'National / International Facilitator Directory'.
• Certificate of Completion.

Progressive Play operates from a Neurodiversity Affirming Paradigm and is also an award winning, recognised and accredited worldwide CPD Provider.

Our course is also delivered by our award winning, CPD accredited and 'Nationally Qualified Trainer and Assessor / Qualified Clinical Nurse Educator', who holds postgraduate degrees in the field of mental health / disability and additional studies in Autism and has well over 22+ years practical experience in the industry.

Our trainer is also a certified Autplay® Therapist and Master Trainer in LEGO® Based Therapy and the LEGO® Serious Play® methodology.

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to design, deliver and facilitate LEGO® Based Therapy Sessions / Groups.

Ticket / Enrolment Purchase Options

Option 1 - LEGO® Starter Kit (Inc. postage & handling) Australia Residents Only.

Option 2 - No Kit (If you would prefer to purchase your own LEGO® kit or you already have some LEGO® bricks and pieces and / or you are an international student then this option is for you).

Our courses have various enrolment dates available via Eventbrite. Alternatively, you may purchase your enrolment by visiting our website www.progressiveplay.com.au and enrolling directly via the Buy / Enrol Now button on the course enrolment page. The early bird discount rate is also applicable via our website.

NB: When making your purchase via Eventbrite please disregard the allocated times on the Eventbrite tickets, the Eventbrite platform only allows listers to advertise specific dates and times, the course enrolment link will be sent to you via email 24-48 hrs. prior to the enrolment date you have selected at the time of purchase. The time slots applied i.e., (9.00am – 3.30pm) are not applicable, as mentioned all students are granted 3 months access into the online learning portal which can be accessed 24hrs per day/7 days per week. Please be advised that the 3-month period commences from the day we activate your enrolment (24-48hrs, prior to the enrolment date selected on your ticket purchase) and you receive your log in link.

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If you have any further queries, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email info@progressiveplay.com.au

We look forward to seeing you in the facilitator certification learning portal soon.

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