Getting the Best Out of College for Students on the Autism Spectrum: A Workbook

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This workbook focusses on the practicalities of life for autistic teens going into further education. It looks at your entire college journey and includes sections on sensory issues, relationships, how to manage your time and dealing with exam anxiety. It includes interactive elements which encourage good decision-making and strategy-building.

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Thinking about going to college? What subjects to take? How to organise your time properly? How to meet new people and maintain friendships?This interactive workbook provides guidance for your entire journey through college and further education. Full of handy tips and strategies to help you through college, it guides you through early hurdles such as preparing for a new sensory environment, planning your transport and making friends. Chapters also cover life in college, so you'll know how to properly manage your time studying and socialising, how to get a grip on social media and have the confidence to tackle exams head on!The book includes 100 pages of interactive elements, which develop decision-making, reflection and strategy-building skills, and you can work through it all with an older adult for help. It works alongside the companion guide for further education staff, Helping Students on the Autism Spectrum Get the Best Out of College.

Author Biography

Kate Ripley is a Consultant Specialist Psychologist for Autism. She has worked as a Senior Specialist Educational Psychologist for Autistic Spectrum Disorders for Children's Services and is an author of nine books including Autism from Diagnostic Pathway to Intervention, Exploring Friendships, Puberty and Relationships. She lives in Devon.Dr Rebecca Murphy is a Senior Educational Psychologist (EP) for the Isle of Wight, and has worked at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Educational Psychology since 2013. She is currently part of a working group leading EP involvement for further education providers. She lives in Hampshire.

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The transition to college can be a challenge for all young people, however for those on the Autism Spectrum it can be even more complex and daunting. This book is an insightful and practical guide for professionals and young people to help prepare well and overcome any hurdles. This is a fantastic resource that I hope will be used by all colleges to ensure they are fully inclusive. -- Lynsey Spillane, Course Director Foundation Learning, Basingstoke College of Technology

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A workbook for students on the autism spectrum to help them transition from school to college

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Kate Ripley is County Senior Specialist Educational Psychologist for Autistic Spectrum Disorders for the Children's Services Department of Hampshire County Council. She lives in Hampshire UK.

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The transition to college can be a challenge for all young people, however for those on the Autism Spectrum it can be even more complex and daunting. This book is an insightful and practical guide for professionals and young people to help prepare well and overcome any hurdles. This is a fantastic resource that I hope will be used by all colleges to ensure they are fully inclusive. -Lynsey Spillane, Course Director Foundation Learning, Basingstoke College of Technology

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The transition to college can be a challenge for all young people, however for those on the Autism Spectrum it can be even more complex and daunting. This book is an insightful and practical guide for professionals and young people to help prepare well and overcome any hurdles. This is a fantastic resource that I hope will be used by all colleges to ensure they are fully inclusive.

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A workbook for students on the autism spectrum to help them transition from school to college

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Works with companion guide for further education staff: Helping Students on the Autism Spectrum Get the Best Out of College: A Guide for Further Education Professionals .

Details ISBN1787753298 Author Rebecca Murphy Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Year 2020 ISBN-10 1787753298 ISBN-13 9781787753297 Audience Age 13 Format Paperback Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers Subtitle A Workbook for Entering Further Education Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 160 DEWEY 371.94 Short Title Getting the Best Out of College for Students on the Autism Spectrum Language English Publication Date 2020-03-19 UK Release Date 2020-03-19 NZ Release Date 2020-03-19 Audience Secondary AU Release Date 2020-03-14 We've got this

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