LEAP - Learn, Explore & Play
 

Play-based Learning for OAP families with children under 6 and their caregivers

LEAP or Learn, Explore & Play is an interactive play-based program that helps parents connect with their children with autism/autistic children and teach them communication skills while having fun.

ABA Clinicians provide 1-to-1 support to parents and their children via video conference as they learn communication skills through play.

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ABOUT LEAP

This workshop and play-based series focuses on communication skills for children with ASD under 6.

Parents/caregivers will participate in a 3 part series that includes one learning session and 2 play sessions with your child in which you receive individualized support from an ABA clinician.

Facilitators will provide models and feedback during the playgroup and provide resources to help support your child at home.

Topics that will be covered include:

  • Labelling items

  • Requesting items

  • Motor and verbal imitation

  • Joint attention

View and register for the upcoming learning sessions by clicking the events at the bottom of this page.

PROGRAM INCLUDES

  • 1 tutorial on the skills your child will learn with parents/caregivers delivered virtually over a live video conference (see available dates below).

  • 2 individual parent/child sessions with a clinician either in person or virtual based on preference and current public health requirements at the time of each session.

ELIGIBILITY & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Under 6 years old

  • Registered with the Ontario Autism Program with an OAP Registration Number

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  • For Virtual Sessions

    • Access to an internet connection

    • Electronic device with camera and microphone

    • Private space for learning

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Upcoming Sessions