Building Authentic Partnerships with Parents of ASN Children

Building Authentic Partnerships with Parents of ASN Children An 8-module CPD programme for Scottish educators (10 hours) Course Description Transform how you work with ASN families by understanding the hidden realities behind parent responses—and learning practical strategies that actually work. The Reality 74% of Scottish ASN families report unmet needs. Research shows many parents are neurodivergent themselves, chronically sleep-deprived, traumatised by past school experiences, and operating in survival mode. We often misinterpret burnout as disengagement and trauma responses as difficult behaviour. What You'll Learn The neuroscience behind parent stress, sleep deprivation, and fight-or-flight responses How deficit language and formal processes trigger trauma Strengths-based communication that genuinely engages families Evidence-based strategies: pre-IEP meetings, communication tools, burden reduction Actionable plans for immediate implementation What's Included Research-backed content, case studies, interactive exercises, ready-to-use templates, and family engagement guidance. Fully aligned with ASL Act 2004, GIRFEC, GTCS Standards, and Morgan Review recommendations. Why It Works Understanding invisible burdens transforms relationships. When families feel genuinely partnered with, conflict reduces and children thrive. This isn't more work—it's working smarter through understanding.